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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 all fuel tank and container caps securely.
4. Replace faulty silencers.
5. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade bolts and cutter
assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets
to preserve balance.
Operation and Caution
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect, refuel outdoors only.
2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
3. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
4. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
5. Walk, never run, always be in control of the lawnmower and never allow yourself to be
pulled along.
6. For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
7. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
8. Do not mow excessively steep slopes of more 20°
9. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you.
10. Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing
surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area
to be mowed
11. Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for
example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine.
13. Before starting the engine disengage all blades and drive clutches.
14. Keep your feet well away from the blade when starting the engine and in accordance
with the instructions.
15. Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine and always start on a flat surface
free from long grass.
16. Caution: The lawnmower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or
self-closing discharge opening guard in place.
17. Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.
18. Never put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
19. Always ensure the engine is fully switched off before picking up/carrying the
Lawnmower.
20. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key, make sure
engine has had time to cool.
- Before unclogging chute and clearing blockages.
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower.
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs
before
restarting.
- If the lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
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