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Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
This machine is not intended for use by children or by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of
the machine by a person responsible for their safety.
Never mow while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Do not operate the lawnmower when barefoot or wearing open sandals, always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawnmower is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and
other foreign objects.
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.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid operating the lawnmower in wet grass, where feasible.
Walk, never run.
Mowing on banks can be dangerous:
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Mow across the face of slopes
– never up and down.
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Always be sure of your footing on slopes or wet grass.
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Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
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Use extreme caution when stepping back or pulling the lawnmower towards you.
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Never mow by pulling the mower towards you.
Stop the blades if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and
when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.
Do not tilt the machine when starting or switching on the motor, except if the machine has to be tilted for starting in
long grass. In this case, do not tilt it more than necessary and tilt only the part which is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the operating position before returning the machine to the ground.
Never operate the appliance with defective guards or shields, or without safety device, for example deflectors
and/or grass catchers in place.
Switch on the lawnmower according to instructions and with feet well away from the blades.
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the motor.
Keep clear of discharge opening at all times.
Always stand clear of the discharge zone when operating the machine.
Never pick up or carry the lawnmower while the motor is running.
Do not put hands or feet near, or under, rotating parts while the lawnmower is being operated.
Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to prevent entrapment of the feet and hands between moving
blades and fixed parts of the lawnmower.
Always wear gloves if carry out maintenance near the sharp blades.
