inventiv INV T17053 THV, Operator'S Manual

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3) Never use the lawnmower while people, especially chil-

dren, or pets are nearby. 

4) Never use the machine if the user is tired or unwell, or has 

taken medicine, drugs, alcohol or any substances which may 

slow his reflexes and compromise his judgement.

5) Bear in mind that the operator or user is responsible for 

accidents or unexpected events occurring to other people 

or their property. It is the user’s responsibility to assess the 

potential risk of the area where work is to be carried out, 

and to take all the necessary precautions to ensure his own 

safety and that of others, particularly on slopes or rough, 

slippery and unstable ground.

6) If the machine is sold or lent to others, make sure that 

the operator looks over the user instructions contained in 

this manual. 

B) PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS

1) While using the machine, always wear anti-slip and re-

sistant work footwear and long pants. Do not operate the 

machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Avoid 

wearing chains, bracelets, clothing that is loose fitting or has 

hanging cords or ties. Tie hair back if it is long. Always wear 

protective earplugs.

2) Thoroughly inspect the entire work area and remove any-

thing that could be thrown by the machine or damage the 

cutting unit or engine (stones, branches, iron wire, bones, 

etc.).

3) WARNING: DANGER! Petrol is highly flammable.

–   Store the fuel in special containers;

–   Add fuel, using a funnel, only outdoors; do not smoke dur-

ing this operation and each time fuel is handled;

–   Top-up with fuel before igniting the engine; never remove 

the tank cap or add fuel while the engine is running or 

when it is hot;

–   If you have spilled some fuel, do not attempt to ignite the 

engine but move the machine away from the area of spill-

age and avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel 

has evaporated and fuel vapours have dissipated:

–   Always put the tank and fuel container caps back on and 

tighten well;

4) Replace faulty silencers.

5) Before using the machine, check its general condition 

and in particular:

–   the appearance of the cutting means, and check that the 

screws and cutting unit are not worn or damaged. Re-

place the entire cutting means and all damaged or worn 

screws to preserve balance. Any repairs must be done at 

a specialised centre

–   don’t force the safety lever as it must move freely; it should 

return automatically and rapidly back to the neutral posi-

tion, resulting in the stopping of the cutting means

6) Check the battery status regularly (where applicable). 

Replace it if there is any damage to the casing, cover or 

terminals.

7) Before starting work, always fit the exit guards (grass 

catcher, side discharge guard or rear discharge guard).

C) DURING USE

1) Do not operate the engine in a confined space where 

dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can develop. All ignition 

operations have to be effected in an open or well-ventilated 

area. Always remember that exhaust fumes are toxic. 

2) Work only in daylight or with good artificial light in good 

visibility conditions. Keep persons, children and animals 

away from the working area.

3) If possible, avoid mowing wet grass. Avoid working in the 

rain and when there is a thunderstorm risk. Do not use the 

machine in bad weather conditions, especially when there 

is risk of lightening.

4) Make sure you have a steady foothold on slopes.

5) Never run, always walk. Do not allow the lawnmower to 

pull you along.

6) Pay special attention when approaching obstacles that 

could compromise visibility. 

7) Always mow across a slope and never up and down it, 

being very careful when changing direction that the wheels 

do not hit any obstacles (such as stones, branches, roots, 

1.  SAFETY REGULATIONS

TO BE OBSERVED SCRUPULOUSLY

IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING 

THE MACHINE. 

KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

MACHINE DESCRIPTION AND SCOPE OF 

APPLICATION

This machine is a garden tool and precisely a pedestrian-

controlled lawnmower.
The machine is essentially composed of an engine which 

drives a cutting means enclosed in a casing, equipped with 

wheels and a handle. 
The operator is able to operate the machine and use the 

main controls, always staying behind the handle at a safe 

distance from the rotating cutting means. If the operator 

leaves the machine, the engine and cutting means will stop 

within a few seconds.

Intended use

This machine was designed and manufactured for cutting 

(and collecting) grass in gardens and grassy areas, in areas 

in proportion to its cutting capacity, done by a pedestrian 

operator.

The presence of attachments or specific devices can pre-

vent cut grass from being collected or produce a mulching 

effect, depositing cut grass on the ground.
This machine can:

•   mow the grass and collect it in the grass catcher;

•   mow the grass and discharge it on the ground from the 

rear section;

•   mow, chop and deposit the grass on the ground (mulch-

ing effect);

•  mow the grass and discharge it sideways (for suitably 

equipped machines).

Improper use

Any other usage not in keeping with the above-mentioned 

ones may be hazardous and harm persons and/or damage 

things. Examples of improper use may include, but are not 

limited to:

–   transporting persons, children or animals on the machine;

–   letting oneself be transported by the machine;

–   using the machine to tow or push loads;

–   using the machine for leaf or debris collection;

–   using the machine to trim hedges, or for cutting vegeta-

tion other than grass;

–   use of the machine by more than one person;

–   using the cutting means on surfaces other than grass.

User types

This machine is intended for use by consumers, i.e. non-

professional operators. The machine is intended for “DIY” 

use only.

A) TRAINING

1)  WARNING! Read these instructions carefully before op-

erating the machine. Become acquainted with the controls 

and the proper use of the machine. Learn how to stop the en-

gine quickly. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 

may result in fire and/or serious injury.  Save all warnings and 

instructions for future reference. 

2) Never allow children or persons unfamiliar with these 

instructions to use the machine. Local laws can restrict the 

minimum age of the operator.