Safety Precautions

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. Never use the mower unless the grassbox or guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position.

General

1.Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

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

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

4.Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions.

5.Never operate the lawnmower when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.

6.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.

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

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.Caution - Do not touch rotating blade.

2.Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.

3.Use the lawnmower only in daylight or good artificial light.

4.Avoid operating your lawnmower in wet grass, where feasible.

5.Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.

6.On slopes, be extra careful of your footing.

7.Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.

8.Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

9.Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do not mow on banks or excessively steep slopes.

10.Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could trip.Walk never run.

11.Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you.

12.Release the 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.

13.Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards or without guards in place.

14.Do not overspeed the engine or alter governor set- tings. Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens lawnmower life.

15.Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting.

16.Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switching on the en- gine.

17.Do not tilt lawnmower when starting the engine.

18.Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running

19.Spark plug wire may be hot - handle with care.

20.Do not attempt any maintenance on your lawnmower when the engine is hot.

21.Release the brake lever, to stop the engine, and wait until the blade has stopped:-

-before leaving the mower unattended for any period.

22.Release the brake lever, to stop the engine, wait until the blade has stopped and disconnect the spark plug lead and wait until the engine has cooled:-

-whenever you leave the lawnmower;

-before refuelling;

-before clearing a blockage or unclogging chute

-before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower;

-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 im-

mediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.

Maintenance and storage

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

2.Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

3.Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deteri- oration.

3.Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, spacer and impeller specified for this product.

4.Never store the lawnmower with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.

5.Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

6.To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, bat- tery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves or excessive grease.

7.If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.

8.Be careful during adjustment of the machine to pre- vent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.

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