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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.
When mowing walk, never run.
Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you.
Stop the blade(s) if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed.
Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
Caution: The lawnmower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or
self-closing discharge opening guard in place.
Do not
alter or tamper with any sealed adjustment for the engine speed control.
The lawnmower safety systems or features shall not be tampered with or disabled.
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
Disengage all blades and drive clutches before starting the engine.
Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s).
Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine.
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running.
Stop the
engine and disconnect
the spark plug wire
, make sure that all moving parts have come to
a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key:
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Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute.
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Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower.
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After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the lawn mower.
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If lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
Stop
the engine and disconnect
the spark plug wire
, make sure that all moving parts have come to
a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key:
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Whenever you leave the lawn mower.
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Before refueling.
Reduce
the throttle setting during engine shut down and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off
valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
