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Special safety instructions
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In case of lack of knowledge or first use of this product, we recommend that you have a
formation/ training with a professional or an experienced person.
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Always use the mower with its pick-up bag and / or deflector in the intended position.
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Switch off the engine before emptying the pick-up bag or before changing the cutting
height.
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While the engine is running, never put your hands or feet under the mower or under the
grass ejection area.
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Before mowing, remove all foreign objects from the grass that can be propelled by the
machine.
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Keep children and pets at a safe distance while using the mower.
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Never lift the mower when the engine starts.
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Alcohol, drug, as well as illness, fever and fatigue affect your ability to respond. Do not
use this tool in such circumstances.
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Never change the rated speed of the motor.
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Never lift or carry the tool while the engine is running.
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Before starting the engine, release the drawbar.
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Before mowing, install the collection bag in its intended position.
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Do not use the mower in the event of rain or when the grass is wet.
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Never lift the rear of the mower when starting the engine and never place your hands or
feet under the mower deck or in the rear ejection port while the engine is running.
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Turn off the engine and remove the spark plug cap in the following cases:
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Before operating under the mower deck or near the ejection opening.
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Before any maintenance, repair or verification.
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Before transporting, lifting or storing the mower.
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If you leave the mower unattended or change the cutting height.
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To remove and empty the collection bag.
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After striking a foreign object, turn off the engine and carefully inspect the mower for
damage. Take the lawnmower to an authorized service center for repair if necessary.
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If the mower vibrates abnormally, try to understand the reason and bring your lawnmower
to an authorized repair center.
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Regularly check that the bolts, nuts and screws are properly tightened for safe use of the
mower.
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Do not use the tool where there is a risk of lighting.
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Avoid operating the lawnmower in slopes and near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. If
it is really needed to use the tool on these locations, take an extreme precaution and stay
in alert. Do not take any risk.
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Before and after use, check that all functions, protections, parts, work properly and that
they are not damaged. Bring maintenance and regular checking to the tool. In case of
damage or malfunction, do not use the tool and take it to a service agent for inspection
and repair.
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Safety systems or features of the lawnmower shall not be tampered with or disabled.
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The operator should not alter or tamper with any sealed adjustments for the engine speed
control.
