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2 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Training
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or
owner of the vacuum cleaner may result in dama-
ges and personal injury. To reduce the likelihood of
accidents, follow these safety instructions.
1. Operate the vacuum cleaner only after reading this
manual
2. Never allow children to operate the machine or adults
who are not familiar with the correct instructions.
3. The operator is liable for any damages caused to others
whilst using the vacuum cleaner. Keep everyone, espe-
cially children and pets, away from the working area.
4. Familiarise yourself with the controls; particularly how to
stop the engine.
Preparation
1. Remove sticks, stones, wires and any other debris that
might be picked up and thrown.
2. Wear long trousers and heavy shoes. Do not operate
vacuum cleaner whilst wearing sandals or tennis shoes.
3. Petrol is highly inflammable:
A. Use a suitable container.
B. NEVER fill the tank when the engine is running or hot.
C. NEVER smoke whilst handling fuel.
D. Always fill the tank outdoors, using a funnel.
E. Wipe up any spilled petrol.
Operation
1. Operating the vacuum cleaner requires care and atten-
tion. Therefore concentrate on what you are doing and
always maintain a secure footing.
2. Make sure that all safety components are mounted
3. The motor must be turned off before the collecting bag is
removed and emptied.
4. If the chute is clogged, turn the engine off, wait for the
blade to stop, disconnect high tension wire from the spark
plug and remove the obstruction with a stick.
5. Keep face, hands and feet away from the deck when the
engine is running.
6. Maintain a safe position until the engine and rotor have
stopped.
7. Before lifting the machine in order to move it from one
place to another, turn the engine off and wait until the
rotor stops rotating.
8. NEVER leave the cleaner with the engine running.
9. NEVER touch the engine when it is running or shortly
after it has stopped because the muffler or engine will be
hot enough to cause a burn .
10. NEVER run the engine in a closed area as the fumes are
poisonous.
11. Do not tilt the machine when turning the engine on.
12. Improper use of the vacuum cleaner can lead to injuries
caused by debris being thrown out by the rotor.
Maintenance
1. Before the vacuum cleaner is serviced or adjusted turn the
engine off, wait for all moving parts to stop and discon-
nect high tension wire from the spark plug.
2. To assure the machine is in safe operating condition, fre-
quently check and keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight.
Assure the engine mounting bolts are tightened to 2.5
Kgm.
3. Always empty the fuel tank if you have to tilt the machine
during maintenance.
4. To reduce potential fire hazards, make sure ,the mower is
free of excessive, grass, leaves and accumulations of dirt.
5. If vacuum cleaner vibrates abnormally, stop the engine
and remove wire from the spark plug. When all moving
parts have stopped, check the machine for damage and
make all repairs before using it again.
6. The grass bag must always be in good condition; therefo-
re check it before use to assure the bag is not torn or
worn. Replace a defective grass bag.
7. DO NOT try and regulate the rpm of the engine yourself.
If necessary, have the engine adjusted by your authorised
IBEA dealer.
8. Allow engine to cool before storing the machine in any
enclosed space, such as a garage or storage shed. Do
not store it where there is the possibility of flames or
sparks setting alight any residual fuel in the tank.
9. At the time of manufacture the machine conformed to
safety standards. To assure optimum performance and
continued safety, use only original IBEA replacement
parts.
10. Perform only those maintenance instructions described
in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if
assistance is desired, contact an authorised IBEA service
dealer.
