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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Explanation of Symbols on the Petrol Wheeled
Rotary Lawnmower
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.
- Remove petrol and engine oil before transporting
the product.
- Store fuel in a cool place in a container
specifically designed for the purpose. In general
plastic containers are unsuitable
- refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling
- 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
- 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
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 lawn 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 lawnmower only in daylight or good
artificial light.
3. Avoid operating your lawnmower 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. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
7. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
8. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous.
Do not mow on banks
or steep slopes.
9. Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could
trip. Walk, never run.
10.Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you.
11.Release the blade brake lever 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.
12.Never operate the lawnmower with damaged
guards or without guards in place.
13.Do not overspeed the engine or alter governor
settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and
shortens lawnmower life.
14. Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting.
15. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at
all times and especially when switching on the engine.
16.Do not tilt lawnmower when starting the engine
17.Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the
engine is running.
18.Spark plug wire may be hot - handle with care.
19.Do not attempt any maintenance on your
lawnmower when the engine is hot.
20.Release the blade brake lever, to stop the
engine, wait until the blade has stopped,
disconnect the spark plug lead and wait until the
engine has cooled:-
- before leaving the mower unattended for any period;
- before refuelling
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;
- if you hit an object. Do not use your lawnmower
until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in
a safe operating condition;
- if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally.
Check immediately. Excessive vibration can
cause injury.
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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