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Training
1. Before using the lawnmower read the instructions carefully. Familiarise yourself with the controls and pay
particular attention in learning how to stop the machine in an emergency.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never mow while people, especially children or pets are nearby.
4. Never use the mower if the operator is taking medicine or substances that could affect or impair his ability to
react or concentrate.
5. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
Before you start
1. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open toed sandals.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which can damage
or be thrown by the machine.
3. WARNING - Petrol is highly flammable.
- Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling; add fuel before starting the engine.
- Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
- If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the machine away from the area of
spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated.
- Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
4. Replace faulty silencers.
5. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Operation and Caution
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect,
refuel outdoors only.
2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
3. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
4. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
5. Walk, never run, always be in control of the lawnmower and never allow yourself to be pulled along.
6. For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
7. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
8. Do not mow excessively steep slopes of more than 20°
9. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you.
10. Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass,
and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed
11. Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example deflectors
and/or grass catchers, in place.
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine.
13. Before starting the engine disengage all blades and drive clutches.
14. Keep your feet well away from the blade when starting the engine and in accordance with the instructions.
15. Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine and always start on a flat surface free from long grass.
16. Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.
17. Never put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
