ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Maintenance and storage
Check and tighten all bolts and screws to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating
condition.
Never keep the mower with gasoline in the tank in a building or vapours can cause a bright
flame or spark.
Allow the machine to cool before storing it in an enclosed area.
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean without grass, without grease, the
muffler and the engine cools, disconnect the battery if necessary and empty the fuel tank
Check the grass catcher frequently, its condition or deterioration.
Replace worn and damaged parts for safety.
If the fuel tank is to be drained, it must be made outdoors.
Special safety instructions
Always use the mower with its pick-up bag and / or deflector in the intended position.
Switch off the engine before emptying the pick-up bag or before changing the cutting
height.
While the engine is running, never put your hands or feet under the mower or under the
grass ejection area.
Before mowing, remove all foreign objects from the grass that can be propelled by the
machine.
Keep children and pets at a safe distance while using the mower.
Never lift the mower when the engine starts.
Alcohol, drug, as well as illness, fever and fatigue affect your ability to respond. Do not use
power tools in such circumstances.
Never change the rated speed of the motor.
Never lift or carry the tool while the engine is running.
Before starting the engine, release the drawbar.
Before mowing, install the collection bag in its intended position.
Do not use the mower in the event of rain or when the grass is wet.
Never lift the rear of the mower when starting the engine and never place your hands or
feet under the mower deck or in the rear ejection port while the engine is running.
Turn off the engine and remove the spark plug cap in the following cases:
o Before operating under the mower deck or near the ejection opening.
o Before any maintenance, repair or verification.
o Before transporting, lifting or storing the mower.
o If you leave the mower unattended or change the cutting height.
o To remove and empty the collection bag.
After striking a foreign object, turn off the engine and carefully inspect the mower for
damage. Take the lawnmower to an authorized service center for repair if necessary.
If the mower vibrates abnormally, try to understand the reason and bring your lawnmower
to an authorized repair center.
Regularly check that the bolts, nuts and screws are properly tightened for safe use of the
mower.
Do not use the tool where there is a risk of lighting.