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10. Blade sharpening and balance adjustment, including removal and refitting, are
demanding operations and will require specific competence, as well as special
equipment. Especially for safety reasons these operations must be carried out by
a specialized after-sale center. The same applies for replacing the blade with a
new one.
11. Use caution when servicing blades. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves. Replace
damaged blades. Do not repair or alter blade(s).
Wear heavy gloves.
The lawn mower blade is sharp and can cut the skin. You need to take the necessary
precautions whenever you work near or on the blade.
MACHINE SAFETY
Your lawn mower has been designed in accordance with specic safety standards.
Safety systems operate as follows:
Prevent engine start unless all machine’s safety conditions are in place.
Conditions to be compiled with :
1. Start switch end position.
2. Parking brake engaged.
3. Cutting blade disengaged.
4. Forward/Reverse, pedal in neutral position.
▪ In case even one safety condition lacks, stop engine.
The engine stops if:
1. The operator leaves the driving seat with blade rotation enabled.
Never tamper with the safety switches and their power leads. In
case of a fault, do not use the machine but contact an authorized service center.
Danger if protective devices are removed or manipulated! Do not
operate with any protective devices removed or manipulated. Defective protective
devices must be repaired or renewed immediately!
Above all, the protective devices include:
1. Brake contact switch.
2. Mower mechanism contact switch.
3. Seat contact switch.
4. Mower mechanism covers.
5. Belt covers.