Webb C14L, Operating Instructions Manual

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Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be familiar with the

controls and the proper use of the lawnmower.
Learn how to stop the lawnmower quickly in any emergency.
Explanation of symbols on the lawnmower

General hazard safety alert.

Read instruction manual.

Beware of thrown or flying objects to bystanders.

Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the ma-

chine.

Remove spark plug lead before maintenance.

Sharp blade(s). Beware of severing toes or fingers.

Wait until all machine components have completely

stopped before touching them. The blades continue

to rotate after the machine is switched off, a rotating

blade can cause injury.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions

to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of

the operator.
Never  mow  while  people,  especially  children  or  pets,  are

nearby.
Never pick up or carry the lawnmower while the motor is run-

ning.
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for acci-

dents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Whilst mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trou-

sers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing

open sandals.
Wear  appropriate  protective  clothing  and  equipment  when

you are operating the lawnmower, such as safety glasses, long

trousers,  substantial  footwear  and  ear  protection.  Long  Hair,

loose clothing or jewellery can get tangled in moving parts.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawnmower is to be used

and remove all objects that may be thrown by the machine.
WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable.
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
– Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap

of the fuel tank or add petrol whilst the engine is running or

when the engine is hot.

– 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 the fuel tank and container caps securely.
– Replace faulty silencers.
– Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dan-

gerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

– Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades,

blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.

On  multi-bladed  lawnmower,  take  care  as  rotating  one

blade cause other blades to rotate.

Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid operating the lawnmower in wet grass, where feasible.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.

Mowing on banks can be dangerous:
– Mow across the face of slopes - never up and down.
– Be particularly careful of your footing on slopes or wet grass.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
– Use  extreme  caution  when  stepping  back  or  pulling  the

lawnmower  towards  you.  Never  cut  grass  by  pulling  the

mower towards you.

Stop the blades if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transporta-

tion  when  crossing  surfaces  other  than  grass  and  when  trans-

porting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.
Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting or switching on the mo-

tor, except if the lawnmower has to be tilted for starting in long

grass. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary

and lift only the part which is away from the operator. Always

ensure that both hands are in the operating position before re-

turning the mower to the ground.
Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or with-

out  the  safety  devices,  for  example  deflectors  and/or  grass

catches, in place.
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the

engine. Operating an engine at excessive speed may increase

the hazard of personal injury.
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the en-

gine.
Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to

instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s). Do not tilt

the mower when starting. Keep clear of the discharge opening

at all times. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the en-

gine is running.
Do not put hands or feet near, or under, rotating parts while the

lawnmower is being operated.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead:
– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower
– after  striking  a  foreign  object.  Inspect  the  lawnmower  for

damage and make repairs before restarting and operating

the lawnmower.

– if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check imme-

diately).

– before making height of cut adjustment
Stop the engine:
– whenever you leave the machine
– before refuelling
– before clearing blockages
– before making height of cut adjustment
Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut-down and if the

engine with a shut off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion

of mowing.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure that the lawn-

mower is in safe working condition.
Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve

balance.
Never store the lawnmower with petrol in the tank inside a build-

ing where fumes may reach open flame or spark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
To  reduce  the  fire  hazard,  keep  the  engine,  silencer,  battery

compartment and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves or

excessive grease.
Check the grassbox/bag frequently for wear or deterioration.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Go slow when using a trailing seat.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.
Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to prevent en-

trapment of the feet and hands between moving blades and

fixed parts of the lawnmower.
Ensure replacement parts fitted are manufacturer’s original or 
approved by the manufacturer.

Safety Notes

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