3. Lower the mowing units to the ground.
4. Apply and lock the parking break
5. Turn off the engine.
6. Remove the ignition key.
7. Wait until the engine and all the moving parts have come to a standstill before leaving the driver’s seat.
8. Close the fuel tap if the machine has one.
9. Disconnect the battery’s negative cable before carrying out any maintenance work on the machine.
2.8 Personal protective equipment
It is it important to follow the safety instruction to prevent damage or personal injury.
• Always wear safety glasses with side protection when operating the machine.
• Wear close-fitting clothing and use personal protective equipment that is suitable for the work.
• When mowing, always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers. Do not operate the machine in bare feet or when
wearing open sandals.
• Use the necessary personal protective equipment, such as earplugs. Loud noises can cause a loss of hearing or
deafness.
2.9 Environmental aspects
2.9.1 Disposal
The owner and/or user of the mower is responsible for the disposal of waste materials (oil etc.) in accordance with the
applicable local laws or regulations. When the machine has reached the end of its useful life, the owner and/or user is
responsible for the safe disassembly of the machine and for the disposal of the components, in accordance with the local
laws or regulations.
2.9.2 REACH declaration
The REACH regulation became effective on 1st June 2007. The aim of the REACH regulation is to ensure a high level of
protection of human health and the environment from chemical substances.
Roberine manufactures articles in compliance with current revision of the REACH regulation, and is downstream-user of
chemical substances.
Roberine has the intention to fully comply to REACH regulation and has checked its suppliers to make sure they comply
with REACH requirements for all materials and substances used in our products.
Roberine will provide relevant information e.g. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) on request.
2.9.3 End of life disposal
When the mower has finally reached the end of its useful life, the owner and/or user is responsible for the safe
disassembly of the mower and for the disposal of its components and parts in accordance with the local laws, regulations
and recommendations.
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