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C) DURING USE
monoxide fumes can develop.
conditions.
there is a thunderstorm risk.
5) Never run, always walk; do not let the lawnmower pull you.
7) Be extremely careful when changing direction on slopes.
8) Do not mow on land that slopes more than 20°.
9) Be very careful near ravines, ditches or embankments.
10) Be extremely careful when pulling the lawnmower towards you.
11) Immobilise the blade if the lawnmower must be inclined for transporting,
when moving over surfaces other than grass and when the lawnmower is
transported from or to an area that must be cut.
12) Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards or without the
grass-catcher or stone-guard.
15) On power-driven models, disengage the wheel drive before starting
the engine.
away from the blade.
surface without obstacles or high grass.
18) Never place your hands and feet near or under rotating parts. Always
keep away from the discharge opening.
19) Do not start the machine when standing in front of the discharge
opening.
20) Do not lift or transport the lawnmower when the engine is running.
21) Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable:
– before making any adjustments under the cutting deck or before
unclogging the chute:
– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for any damage to
the lawnmower and make the necessary repairs before using it again;
– if the lawnmower begins to vibrate abnormally (Immediately look for the
Dealer for necessary inspections).
22) Stop the engine:
– whenever you leave the lawnmower unattended. Also remove the key on
models with electric start;
– before refuelling;
– whenever you remove or reattach the grass-catcher;
– before adjusting the cutting height.
fuel supply when mowing is completed, following the instructions in the
engine manual.
given by the length of the handle.
25) WARNING - If something breaks or an accident occurs during mowing,
further damage; if an accident occurs with injuries or third parties are
immediately and contact the medical authorities for any necessary health
care. Carefully remove any debris that might cause damage or harm
persons or animals should it not be seen.
instructions are maximum values of using the machine. The use of a
blade unbalanced, the excessive speed of movement, the absence of
necessary to take preventive measures to avoid possible damage due to
high noise and stress from vibration; perform machine maintenance, wear
ear protection, take breaks whilst working.
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) Keep all nuts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in a safe
working condition. Routine maintenance is essential for safety and for
maintaining a high performance level.
2) Do not store the lawnmower with fuel in the tank in an area where fuel
and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Never
leave containers with cut grass inside a storage area.
5) Check the stone-guard and grass-catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
the engine has cooled down.
7) Wear work gloves for disassembling and reassembling blades.
8) Keep the blade balanced during sharpening. All work on the blade
(disassembly, sharpening, balancing, reassembly and/or replacing) are
demanding jobs that require special skill as well as special tools. For safety
reasons, these jobs are best carried out at a specialised centre.
9) For safety reasons, never use the machine when it has worn or damaged
parts.
impair your safety
E) TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING
1) Whenever the machine is to be handled, lifted, transported or tilted
you must:
– wear sturdy work gloves;
the weight and its distribution.
– use an appropriate number of people for the weight of the machine and
the characteristics of the vehicle or the place where it must be placed
or collected.
– make sure that machine movements do not cause petrol leaks, damage
or injuries.
2) During transport, fasten the machine securely with cables or chains.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
For information on the engine and the battery (if supplied), read the
relevant manuals.
1. COMPLETE ASSEMBLY
NOTE - The number which precedes each paragraph links the
references in the text to the respective illustrations (listed on page
2 and following pages).
NOTE - The machine can be supplied with some parts already
assembled.
WARNING - Unpacking and completing the assembly should be
done on a at and stable surface, with enough space for moving the
machine and its packaging, always using suitable equipment.
Disposal of the packaging should be done in accordance with the
local regulations in force.
1.1 Handle assembly
Loosen the two lower nuts (1).
Return the lower part of the handle, which is made up of two pre-assembled
elements (2), to the work position and lock into place by using the nuts (1)
clamps (5), as shown.
Close both clamps (5) after adjustment.
Hook the starter cable (7) to the guide spiral (8).
Tighten the nut (9) to secure the spiral 8).
Fit the cable clamp (10) as shown and secure the control cables.
1.2 Grass-catcher assembly
With the plastic part (11) upside-down, fasten the frame (12) to the plastic
(11), starting 5-7 mm from the ends.