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Safety Precautions
Explanation of Symbols on the XL500/XL550
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully
to make sure you understand all the
controls and what they do.
Always keep the lawnmower on the
ground when mowing. Tilting or lifting
the lawnmower may cause stones to
be thrown out
Keep bystanders away. Do not mow
whilst people especially children or
pets are in the mowing area
Beware of severing toes or hands.
Do not put hands or feet near a
rotating blade.
Disconnect the spark plug before
attempting any maintenance,
cleaning or adjustment, or if you are
going to leave the lawnmower
unattended for any period.
Blade continues to rotate after the
machine is switched off. Wait until all
machine components have completely
stopped before touching them.
General
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for
the functions described in these instructions.
3. Never operate the lawnmower when you are tired, ill
or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
Fuel Safety
WARNING - Petrol is highly flammable
- Wear protective clothing when handling any fuels
and lubricants.
- Avoid contact with skin. If affected, wash
liberally with soap and water.
- Store fuel in a cool place in a container
specifically designed for the purpose.
- Use a fresh, clean, unleaded regular automotive
petrol
- Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. SAE
10W-30 is recommended for general use.
- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refuelling.
- Wipe dirt and grass clippings from the fuel tank
filler cap to avoid getting dirt into the fuel tank.
- Add fuel BEFORE starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while
the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
- If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the
area of spillage and avoid creating any source of
ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated.
- Never use stale fuel left from last season or fuel
which has been stored for long periods.
- Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
- Move the product away from the fuelling area
before starting.
- Fuel should be stored in a cool place away from
naked flames.
- Your carburettor is pre-set. Normally no further
adjustment is required.
Preparation
1. While using your product always wear
substantial footwear and long trousers.
2. The use of ear protection is recommended.
3. Make sure the area to be cut is clear of sticks,
stones, bones, wire and debris; they could be
thrown by the blade.
4. Before using the machine and after any impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
5. Replace worn or damaged blades together with their
fixings in sets to preserve balance.
6. Have faulty silencers replaced.
Use
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.
2. Use the mower only in daylight or good artificial light.
3. Avoid operating your mower in wet grass, where
feasible.
4. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
5. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and
wear non-slip footwear.
6. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous.
Do not mow on banks
or steep slopes.
7. Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could
trip. Walk never run.
8. Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you.
9. Release the Operator Presence control to stop
the engine before pushing the mower across
surfaces other than grass and when transporting
the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.
10.Never operate the lawnmower with damaged
guards or without guards in place.
11.Do not overspeed the engine or alter governor
settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and
shortens lawnmower life.
12.Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
means at all times and especially when
switching on the engine.
13. Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine, except
if the mower has to be tilted for starting. In this case,
do not tilt more than absolutely necessary and lift only
the part which is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating position
before returning the appliance to the ground.
If not used properly this lawnmower can be dangerous! This lawnmower can cause serious
injury to the operator and others, the warnings and safety instructions must be followed to
ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this lawnmower. The operator is responsible
for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the lawnmower.
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