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17) Only work in sunlight or under effective artificial lighting.
18) Only store fuel in suitable containers designed for the purpose.
19) Be very careful when working close to a road.
20) Tilt and clean the cutting deck only when the machine stands motionless and on a flat
ground.
21) Allow the engine to cool down before putting the machine away in a closed environment.
IMPROPER USE TO BE AVOIDED
22) Do not allow passengers to ride on the machine.
23) Do not allow underage children to operate it; use is prohibited to children under 16.
24) Do not operate the machine when tired or after drinking alcohol.
25) Do not operate the mower near to ditches or verges which could collapse under the
weight of the machine, especially when the surface is loose or wet.
26) Do not stop when working up or down slopes.
27) Do not allow any fuel spillage and after filling the tank wipe away any spilled fuel before
starting the engine.
28) Do not tamper with the safety devices or disable them.
29) Do not change the engine settings, especially the maximum number of revs.
30) Do not rest heavy loads on the seat, the starter safety device could become disengaged.
31) Never attempt any adjustments or cleaning with the engine running.
32) Never allow anyone to check the machine while you are seated at the controls with the
engine running.
33) Do not move the machine without the deck: wheelies may result and be very dangerous.
34) Worn or damaged exhaust boxes must be replaced.
FURTHER SAFETY ADVICE
The above-mentioned warnings could not be enough to avoid any risk, if the operator does
not use the present lawnmower correctly. Therefore for your safety we give following advice:
35) The mower blade is very dangerous when rotating: never put hands or feet underneath
the cutting deck.
36) Do not drive in reverse at high speed.
37) It is dangerous to operate the steering levers abruptly with the motor at full power.
38) Fill the tank with fuel before starting the engine. Only refuel outdoors, always turn off the
engine, keep away from sparks or naked flames, do not smoke! Always replace the cap
on the fuel tank and those on fuel containers properly.
39) If the fuel tank has to be emptied, only do so outdoors.
40) Do not operate the mower over gravel which could be sucked up and thrown away by
the blade, becoming very dangerous.
41) If you have children, hide the ignition key after using the machine.
42) CAUTION: to avoid the risk of fire, keep the engine compartment, exhaust box,
discharge outlets, battery, tank area and fuel pipes free from grass, leaves, dirt, etc...
43) Do not store the machine inside any building where the engine fumes can reach naked
flames, sparks or bare electric wires.
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