Safety Precautions

Safety Alert Symbol

This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages. When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of injury. Carefully read the following and inform others.

Your mower is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following precautions may result in serious injury.

Training

Before using the mower read the owners handbook carefully. Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. Ensure that you are familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Learn how to stop the mower quickly in an emergency.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.

Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.

Keep in mind that the user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Preparation

It is recommended that a high sensitivity Residual Current

-Operated Circuit - Breaker (RCCB) with a trip current of not more than 30mA is installed at the mains socket. This will provide the user with additional protection against electric shock. The fuse installed in the plug only provides protection for the electrical equipment and will not safeguard against electrocution. Always check the RCCB before using the mower.

WARNING: Regularly inspect the supply cable for signs of damage or ageing. Replace immediately if defective.

While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine.

A damaged cutterblade or loose fixing bolt are major hazards. Before use, always visually inspect the cutting mechanism to ensure that it is in good condition. A damaged cutterblade must be replaced immediately with a genuine Hayter replacement part.

Operation

SWITCH OFF AND REMOVE PLUG FROM MAINS:

-Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge chute.

-Before cleaning/checking or working on the machine.

-Whenever you the leave the machine.

-After striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and ensure necessary repairs are made before re-starting and operating.

-If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).

-If the supply cable is entangled.

THE CUTTERBLADE CAN CONTINUE TO RO- TATE AFTER THE MACHINE IS SWITCHED OFF.

Keep the supply cable clear of the cutterblade at all times.

Do not mow across the supply cable. If this occurs, dis- connect the mains supply and check for damage. Do not use a defective supply cable.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Avoid using the machine on wet grass, where feasible.

Safety Symbols

Safety Alert - Be aware	Carefully read the
to the possibility of injury.	Owners Handbook be-
	fore using the machine.

Danger of severing toes or fingers in cutting mechanism.

STOP
Wait until all machine components	Danger of being hit	Keep bystanders at
have stopped before touching them	by thrown objects.	a safe distance from
		the mower.