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B) PREPARATION
While mowing, always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which can be ejected from the machine, such as twigs, branches, stones, and other debris.
DANGER! Petrol is highly flammable:
– store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose;
– refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling;
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while
the engine is running or when the engine is hot;
– if you spill petrol, do not start the engine and move the machine away from the area of spillage. Do
not create any source of ignition until the petrol vapors have evaporated;
– put back and tighten all fuel tank and container caps securely.
- Replace faulty silencers.
- Before use, always inspect the machine to check 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 multi-bladed machines, remember that the rotation of one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
NOTICE! – Always check the engine oil is the correct level before starting. Check the engine manual for
further details.
C) OPERATION
1) Do not start the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
3) Before starting the engine, disengage the blades and shift into neutral.
4) Do not use the machine on slopes with longitudinal gradients of more than 15°(27%). Do not use
the machine on slopes with lateral gradients above 10°(18%).
5) Remember there is no such thing as a “safe” slope. Travelling on grass slopes requires
particular care.
To guard against overturning:
– do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill;
– engage the drive slowly and always keep the machine in gear, especially when travelling downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards;
– never mow across the face of the slope.
– use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment:
– use only approved drawbar hitch points;
– limit loads to those you can safely control;
– do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing;
– use counterweight(s) or wheel weights whenever advised in the instructions manual.
6) Stop the blades before crossing surfaces other than grass.
7) Never use the machine with damaged guards, or without the safety protective devices in place.
8) Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive
speed can increase the risk of personal injury.
9) Before leaving the driving seat:
-disengage the blades and lower the attachments;
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