Safety
GB–3
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
13. Disengage all blade and drive clutches before
starting the engine.
14. Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully
according to instructions and with feet well away
from the blade(s).
15. Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the
engine or switching on the motor, except if the
lawnmower has to be tilted for starting. In this
case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary
and lift only the part which is away from the
operator.
16. Do not start the engine when standing in front of
the discharge chute.
17. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
18. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the
engine is running.
19. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug
wire
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before clearing blockages or unclogging
chute;
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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;
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if lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately).
20. Stop the engine
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whenever you leave the lawnmower;
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before refuelling.
21. Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut
down and, if the engine is provided with a
shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion
of mowing.
22. Go slow when using a trailing seat.
Maintenance and storage
1.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
2.
Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark.
3.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
4.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage
area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
5.
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
6.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
7.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be
done outdoors.
Sound Pressure Level
This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted
sound pressure at the operator ear of: 87 dB(A), based
on measurements of identical machines per ANSI
B71.5-1984 procedures.
Sound Power Level
This unit has a sound power level of: 105 dB(A)/1
pW, based on measurements of identical machines per
Directive 84/538/EEC and amendments.
Vibration Level
This unit has a maximum hand-arm vibration level of
10.65 m/s
@
, based on measurement of identical
machines per ISO 5349.
