SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Explanation of Symbols on the Petrol Wheeled
Rotary Lawnmower
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully
to make sure you understand all the
controls and what they do.
Always keep the lawnmower on
the ground when mowing. Tilting
or lifting the lawnmower may
cause stones to be thrown out.
Keep bystanders away. Do not mow
whilst people especially children or
pets are in the mowing area.
Beware of severing toes or hands.
Do not put hands or feet near a
rotating blade.
Disconnect the spark plug before
attempting any maintenance,
cleaning or adjustment, or if you
are going to leave the lawnmower
unattended for any period.
Blade continues to rotate after the
machine is switched off. Wait until all
machine components have completely
stopped before touching them.
General
1.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2.
Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for
the functions described in these instructions.
3.
Never operate the lawnmower when you are
tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs
or medicine.
4.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
Fuel Safety
WARNING - Petrol is highly flammable
-
Wear protective clothing when handling any
fuels and lubricants.
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Avoid contact with skin. If affected, wash
liberally with soap and water.
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Remove petrol and engine oil before
transporting the product.
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Store fuel in a cool place in a container
specifically designed for the purpose. In general
plastic containers are unsuitable
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refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refuelling
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add fuel
BEFORE
starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while
the engine is running or when the engine is hot
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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 tanks and container caps
securely
-
move the product away from the fuelling area
before starting
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Fuel should be stored in a cool place away from
naked flames
Preparation
1.
Do not mow barefoot or in open sandals. Always
wear suitable clothing, gloves, and stout shoes.
2.
The use of ear protection is recommended.
3.
Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones,
bones, wire and debris; they could be thrown by
the blade.
4.
Before using the machine and after any impact,
check for signs of wear or damage and repair as
necessary.
5.
Replace worn or damaged blades together with
their fixings in sets to preserve balance.
6.
Have faulty silencers replaced.
Use
1.
Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can
collect.
2.
Use the lawnmower only in daylight or good
artificial light.
3.
Avoid operating your lawnmower in wet grass,
where feasible.
4.
Take care in wet grass, you may lose your
footing.
5.
On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and
wear non-slip footwear.
6.
Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down.
7.
Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
8.
Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous.
Do not mow on
banks
or
steep
slopes.
9.
Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could
trip. Walk, never run.
10.
Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards
you.
11.
Release the Operator Presence control
(OPC)
to
stop the engine before pushing the mower
across surfaces other than grass and when
transporting the lawnmower to and from the area
to be mowed.
12.
Never operate the lawnmower with damaged
guards or without guards in place.
If not used properly this lawnmower can be dangerous! This lawnmower can cause
serious injury to the operator and others, the warnings and safety instructions must be
followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this lawnmower. The
operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual
and on the lawnmower. Never use the mower unless the grassbox or guards provided
by the manufacturer are in the correct position.
STOP
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