Basic Safety Rules - Tramontina CE30M Manual De Uso

To balance both sides, pass the heavier side on the portion opposed to the cutting edge on a grindstone or file
and recheck the balance [Fig. 30, Pag. 12].
When reassembling the parts, check for their proper position and ensure the blade holes fit the blade bracket
projections [Fig. 31, Pag. 12].
Cleaning
Avoid the lawn accumulation under of the mower. After use, clean the lawn mower with a brush or with a wet
cloth. Never pour water on the lawn mower.
- This appliance must not be used by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities,
nor should it be used by people with no experience or knowledge unless they have been instructed on how to use the
appliance or are under supervision from someone responsible for their safety.
- Never use the lawn mower near people, especially children, or pets. When not in use, the lawn mower should be stored
out of the reach of children.
- Children should be supervised so that they do not play on the equipment.
- Do not allow inexperienced people to use the lawn mower without reading the instruction manual before. Do not allow
children to use the lawn mower. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or damages caused to other people or
property. Local legislation may restrict the age of the operator.
- Before mowing the lawn, clear the area of any rocks, twigs, wires, bones, or any other such objects.
- Always wear sturdy closed-toed shoes, long trousers, and safety goggles during work. Do not operate the equipment
when barefoot or wearing sandals.
- In steep places use non-skid footwear and cut the grass transversally, never up or down. Also be very careful when
changing direction. Avoid working in places with a sharp incline. Be careful where you step especially on hillsides.
- Never run while using the equipment.
- Do not use the mower on excessively steep hills.
- Do not incline the equipment when switching the engine on. Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. When using
rotary lawn mowers, always keep a distance from the discharge opening. Only switch it on when your hands and feet are
safely away from the cutting assembly. Use protective gloves to change the blade.
- Never work with the lawn mower under the rain or on wet grasses and always use during the day or with good artificial
lighting.
- Check the state of the grass catcher frequently. If you find it to be worn or deteriorating replace the components to
avoid risk. Make sure that the grass outlets are always clear.
- Never use the lawn mower if the safety devices are not in perfect condition. Never operate the equipment if the safety
devices are damaged.
- Regularly inspect the power cable. Never splice power cables. If the feeder cord is damaged it must be replaced by an
Authorized Technical Service or a qualified individual, in order to prevent the risk of electrical shocks.
- For any maintenance, cleaning, transportation, storage and/or setting procedure switch the lawn mower's engine off,
unplug the power cable and wait for the blade to stop completely.
- Be extremely careful when reversing or pulling the equipment toward you.
- Lock the blade if the equipment has to be leaning to be transported across surfaces outside the lawn, or when
transporting the equipment to the area to be mowed.
- Never lift up or transport a piece of equipment with a running engine.
- Before using the appliance, check whether the blades, screws, and cutting assembly are worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged cutting assembly blades and screws to keep the balance.
- If the equipment vibrates in an unusual way, it must be checked immediately.
Unplug from the power outlet before removing an obstacle:
•
You leave the equipment unattended;
• Before clearing an obstacle out of the way;
•
Before checking, cleaning or carrying out any equipment maintenance;
•
The equipment starts to vibrate in an unusual way;

BASIC SAFETY RULES

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