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III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the trimming area and under the
watchful care of another re spon si ble adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
• Before and while walking backwards, look behind and
down for small children.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
Use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is ex-
tremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water
heater or on other appliances.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on a truck or trailer
bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
securely.
V. GENERAL SERVICE
• Never run a machine inside a closed area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
(motor) running. Disconnect spark plug wire, and keep
wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement
bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to
cool before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while
the engine (motor) is running.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-
age, and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
com po nents and replace with manufacturer’s rec om-
mend ed parts, when necessary.
• Mower blade is sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing it.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an
internal com bus tion engine and should not be
used on or near any un im proved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-cov ered land unless
the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should
be maintained in effective working order by the
operator.
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through
your nearest authorized service center.
SERIAL
NUMBER: _________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: _______________________
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND
ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE
LAWN MOWER HOUSING.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for
and using your lawn mower.
• Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-
age” sec tions of this operator's manual.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline Capacity 1,8 Litres
and Type: (Unleaded Regular Only)
Oil Type (API SG–SL): SAE 30 (above 0°C/32°F);
SAE 5W-30 (below 0°C/32°F)
Oil Capacity: 0,57 Litres
Spark Plug (Gap: 0,5 mm): Champion 696073
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. lbs.