OPERATION
Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
Only operate the mower in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Never run while using the mower, always walk.
For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Do not pull the mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Use extreme caution when
reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you.
Stop the blade(s) if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass (such as gravel drives, walks, or roads) and when transporting the lawnmower to
and from the area to be mowed.
Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine.
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine.
Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away
from the blade(s).
Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine or switching on the motor.
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire:
before clearing blockages or unclogging the chute;
before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower;
after striking a foreign object inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the lawnmower,
if lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
Stop the engine:
whenever you leave the lawnmower,
before refueling.
Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down.
Shut the engine off and wait until the engine and the blade comes to complete stop before
removing the grass catcher.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could lose footing or
balance.
Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the area.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running.