POWPG10120 EN
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5 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: When using petrol tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should
always be followed to reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
Read all these instruction before operating this product and retain these instructions for future
reference.
WARNING: This machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may
under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the
risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their
physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine.
5.1 Training
▪ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment.
▪ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
▪ Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
▪ Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
▪ The operators must receive proper training in the use, adjustment and operation of the
machine, including prohibited operations.
5.2 Preparation
▪ While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
▪ Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which can be thrown by the machine.
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.
▪ Replace faulty silencers.
▪ Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter
assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
5.3 Operation
▪ Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes
can collect.
▪ Warning! Do not use the lawnmower when there is a risk for lighting.
▪ It is recommended to limit the duration of operation, in order to minimize the risks from
noise and vibration.
▪ Be careful when using the lawnmower in slopes and near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments.
▪ Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
▪ Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
▪ Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
▪ Walk, never run.
