Safety Instructions

∙A mower user must be in good physical condition and mental health and not under the influence of any drug or alcohol which might impair vision co-ordination or judgement.

∙Do not use a mower when tired or fatigued. Lack of alertness may cause serious injury.

∙Know your controls.

Read and understand Owner’s Manual before operating mower. Learn how to stop the mower in an emergency. Refer Operator’s Instructions.

∙Do not lend or sell the mower without the Owner’s Manual.

∙Be sure that anyone using the mower reads and fully understands the information contained in this Manual and knows how to safely operate the mower.

∙Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower.

∙Never mow whilst bystanders or pets are present in the mowing area.

∙Never carry passengers.

∙Never mow while barefoot or wearing open sandals or thongs. Wear long trousers and heavy non-slip shoes.

∙It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when operating a mower.

∙Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

∙Damaged blades and worn bolts are major hazards.

∙Replace worn or faulty silencers.

∙Always mount and dismount mower from left-hand side (opposite side to discharge chute).

∙Make sure the area to be mowed is cleared of sticks, stones, bones, wire and debris. They could be thrown by the blades.

∙Store fuel in a cool place in a container specifically designed for that purpose. In general, plastic containers are unsuitable. Handle fuel carefully. It is highly flammable.

∙Refuel outdoors only. Do not smoke when refueling engine. Add fuel before starting engine. Never remove the cap from the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool for several minutes before refueling if engine is hot. If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the mower away from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until the petrol vapors have dissipated.

∙Remove the fuel cap slowly to relieve fuel tank pressure.

∙Check for fuel leaks while refueling or using the mower. If a fuel leak is found, do not start or run the engine until the leak is fixed and spilled fuel is wiped away.

∙Take care not to get fuel on your clothing. If this occurs, change your clothing immediately.

∙Do not operate mower in confined space where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.

∙Mow only in good daylight.

∙Start the engine carefully with feet well away from the blades.

∙When starting do not wrap the started rope around your hand. Do not allow the started cord to snap back. Return the starter grip slowly to allow the cord to rewind properly.

∙Strictly follow the operator instructions before attempting to start the machine.

∙Never mow where machine could tip or slip.

∙If machine stalls going uphill, stop blades and back slowly down.

∙Mow up and down slopes. Never mow across a slope. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

∙Do not accelerate or stop the mower suddenly when on a slope.

∙Be extremely careful when using a mower on slopes. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.

∙Disengage cutter drive before mowing across gravel drives, walks or roads.

∙Do not mow in reverse. When reversing keep a careful and continuous observation of the entire area behind the mower.

∙Never use the mower unless all guards provided by Rover- Scott Bonnar Limited are in position.

∙Never disconnect the safety switches and never operate the mower if any safety switch is inoperative.

∙Never over-speed the engine or alter the governor settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens mower life.

∙Take all precautions when leaving the mower unattended. Disengage the cutter drive, set the park brake, shift into neutral, stop the engine, and remove the key.

∙Stop the engine and remove the key whenever you leave the mower, even for a moment.

∙Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead and inspect mower if:

a)The mower begins to vibrate abnormally: or

b)After striking a foreign object.

Repair the damage before continuing further operation of the mower.

∙Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before clearing blockages, checking or working on the mower.

∙Never pick up or carry a mower while it is operating.

∙Where fitted, turn fuel tap off at the conclusion of mowing.

∙When transporting in a vehicle, secure the mower to prevent movement, roll-over, fuel spillage, and mower damage.

∙Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

∙Never modify the mower in any way. Use only replacement parts made and guaranteed by Rover-Scott Bonnar Limited.

∙Keep all safety devices (guards and switches) in place and working.

∙Keep the engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease – these can be a fire hazard.

∙Store the mower in a well ventilated room away from naked flames such as may be found in hot water heaters.