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Safe Operation
Practices
for Pedestrian-Controlled
Rotary
Lawnmowers
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwingobjects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury" or death.
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Training
- Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment
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Never ailow children or people unfamiliar with the
instructions to use the tawnmower, Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator
,. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby,
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
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Preparation
• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers
Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals,,
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipmentis to
be used and remove all objects which may be thrown
by the machine-
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WARNING - Petrol is highly flammable
- Store fuelin containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
- Refuel outdoorsonly and do not smoke while refuo
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- Add fuel before starting the engine
Never remove
the cap of the fuel tankor add petrol while 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
vapors have dissipated,
-Replace
all fuel tanks and container caps se-
curely,
° Replace faulty silencers,,
• Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn
or damaged- Replace worn or damaged blades and
bolts in sets to preserve balance.
• On mullFbladed machines, take care as rotating one
blade can cause other blades to rotate,.
Ill, Operation
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
• Avoid operaling the equipment in wet grass, where
feasible..
- Always be sure of your footing on slopes,,
,, Walk, never run,
• ForwheeIed rotary machines, 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
lawnmower towards you,
• Stop lhe blade if the lawnmower has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other thangrass,
and when transporting the Iawnmower to and from the
area to be mowed.
• Nevereperatethe iawnmowerwith defective guards, or
without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or
grass catchers, in place.
= Do not change the engine governor settings or over-
speed the engine Operating the engine at excessive
speed may increase the hazard of personal injury.
• Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting
the engine°
° Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully ac-
cording to instructions and with feet well away from
the blade,
• Do not tittthe lawnmower when starting the engine or
switching on the motor, except if the lawnmower has
to be tilled for starting,
in this case, do not tilt more
than absolutely necessary and lift only tile part which
is away from the operator,
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Do not start the engine when standing in front of the
discharge chute.,
o Do not put hands or teet near or under rotating parts,
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times
• Never pick up or carry lawnmower while the engine is
running.
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire:
- before cleaning blockages or unclogging chute;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn-
mower;
• alterstrikingatoreignobject.
Inspectthe ]awnmower
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the lawnmower;
- if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately),
• Stop the engine:
- whenever you leave the fawnmower;
• before refuelling,,
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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°
• Go slow when using a traiIing seat,
IV. Maintenance
and Storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tighl to be sure the
equipment is in safe working cendition_
• Never store the equipment with petrol inthe tank inside
a building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark.,
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclo-
sure,,
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and petrol storage area free ot
grass, leaves, or excessive grease,,
• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or dete-
rioration,
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• If the fuel lank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
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