HBM Machines 57091HBM, Instruction Manual

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ENGLISH

GASOLINE SCYTHE MOWER

WARNING

 Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the 
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious 
injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

SAFETY WARNINGS

When using the machine, always observe the safety warnings as well as the 
additional safety warnings.

You will find the following symbols on the machine and/or in this manual:

   Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the machine.

 Wear gloves.

 Wear safety shoes.

  Wear a dust mask.

 Wear a safety helmet.

  Wear ear protection.

 Wear safety glasses.

 Wear protective clothing

  Keep your hands and feet away from sharp parts.

  Do not touch hot parts. Danger of serious burns.

  Do not smoke near the machine. Do not use the machine in an 

environment where sparks, flames or open flames can occur.

WARNING

   This machine can cause serious injury to the operator and bystanders. 

The warning and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to 
provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using and storing. 

   The user is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this 

manual. Read the entire user manual before using this machine!

   Restrict the use of this machine to those who read, understand, and follow 

the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. If you 
have not read and understood the warnings and instructions in this 
manual and on the machine, you are not qualified to operate this 
machine!

SAFETY WARNINGS

• Keep the work area clean and well lit.
• Do not use the machine in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating the machine. Keep the area

free from all distractions

• Only responsible, well-instructed persons may operate this machine.
• Inexperienced users must always be carefully supervised.
• Do not expose the machine to rain or wet conditions.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating

the machine. Do not use the machine if you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while using the machine
can result in serious personal injury.

• Dress well. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and

gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This allows

better control of the machine in unexpected situations.

• Ensure that all safety devices are correctly positioned and in good condition

before operating the machine.

• Make sure that everyone in the area is aware of the danger zone associated

with this machine. You must avoid the danger zone at all times when the
machine is running.

• Make sure that nobody is working under or near the machine before you start

the engine or move the machine. Ensure that the area is free of persons.

• Do not make any changes to the machine.

FUEL SAFETY

Gasoline is a highly flammable liquid. Gasoline also gives off flammable vapor that 
can be easily ignited and cause a fire of explosion. Never overlook the hazards of 
gasoline. Always follow these precautions:
• Never use the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation as the

exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is an odourless, 
tasteless, and a deadly poisonous gas.

• Store all fuel and oil in containers specifically designed and approved for this

purpose and keep away from heat and open flame, and out of the reach of 
children.

• Replace rubber fuel lines and grommets when worn or damaged and after 5

years of use.

• Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off and allow the engine to cool

completely. Don’t handle gasoline if you or anyone nearby is smoking, or if
you’re near anything that could cause it to ignite or explode. Reinstall the fuel
tank cap and fuel container cap securely.

• If you spill gasoline, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the machine away

from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until the gas
vapours have dissipated. Wipe up and spilled fuel to prevent a fire hazard and
property dispose of the waste.

• Allow the engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure. Never store

a machine that has gas in the tank, or a fuel container, near an open flame or
spark such as a water heater, space heater, clothes dryer or furnace. 

•  Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Shut down the 

engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug to 
prevent accidental starting, wait 5 minutes before making adjustments or repairs.

• Never tamper with the engine’s governor setting. The governor controls the

maximum safe operation speed and protects the engine. Over-speeding the
engine is dangerous and will cause damage on the engine and to the other
moving parts of the machine. If required, see your authorized dealer for engine
governor adjustments.

•  Keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot.
• Never cover the machine while the muffler is still hot.
• Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner of the carburettor air intake

cover removed. Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard. Do not use
flammable solutions to clean the air filter.

• The muffler and engine become very hot and can cause a severe burn; do not

touch.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR SCYTHE 

MOWERS

•  Never mow while people, especially children, or animals are nearby.
• Comply with the locally permitted operating times.
• Only use the machine in daylight or with good artificial lighting.
• Always carry out a visual inspection before putting the machine into operation.
• Always replace damaged or worn parts with original spare parts.
• The user is responsible for accidents involving other persons and their property.
• Never remove or disable safety and protection equipment.
• Only start the engine when there are no people in front of the scythe.
• Only use the machine on lawns in gardens.
• When moving the machine outside of the mowing range, the drive must be

switched off.

• Only move the machine using the handle.
• Never work on a slippery and muddy slope.
• Always maintain a stable posture.
• Always mow across the slope. Never work up or down.
• Never measure on slopes greater than 20 °.
• Never leave the machine unattended.
• Always turn off the engine when leaving the machine and remove the spark plug

wire from the spark plug. Do not make any changes to the engine’s settings.

   List of warnings and cautions cannot be all-inclusive. If situations occur 

that are not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common 
sense and operate this machine in a safe manner. Contact the dealers for 
assistance in your area.