u Never operate the machine with de-
fective guards or shields, or without
safety devices, for example deflect-
ors and/or grass catchers in place.
u We would advise you to wear ear
protection for your own conveni-
ence.
u Never operate the product when you
are tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medicine.
u Working on banks can be dangerous:
− Do not mow on excessively steep
slopes.
− Always be sure of your footing on
slopes or wet grass.
− Mow across the face of slopes
never up and down.
− Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.
u Use extreme caution when stepping
back or pulling the machine towards
you.
u Never mow by pulling the mower to-
wards you.
u Wait until the blades stop if the ma-
chine has to be tilted for transporta-
tion when crossing surfaces other
than grass and when transporting
the machine to and from the area to
be mowed.
u Do not tilt the machine when starting
or switching on the motor.
u Switch on the motor according to the
instructions with feet well away from
rotating parts.
u Do not put hands or feet near or un-
der rotating parts.
u Always stand clear of the discharge
zone when operating the machine.
u Never pick up or carry the machine
while the motor is running.
u Do not modify the machine. Unau-
thorized modifications may impair
the safety of your product and may
result in increased noise and vibra-
tion.
Leaf Collect
The leaf collect blade has been de-
signed to allow you to pick up autumn
leaves from your lawn. In order for this
functionality to work within optimal
parameters, please note the following:
– Only collect leaves with the ma-
chine set at maximum cutting
height.
– Collect leaves from your lawn only.
– Before collecting leaves inspect
the area where the machine is to
be used and keep people, pets,
glass structures and cars away
from use.
Remove the isolator switch:
– Whenever you leave the machine.
– Before clearing a blockage.
– Before checking, cleaning or work-
ing on the machine.
– After striking a foreign object. In-
spect the machine for damage and
change the blade as necessary.
– If the machine starts to vibrate ab-
normally (check immediately).
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Bosch Power Tools F 016 L81 839 | (10.09.2018)
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