SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protection
WARNING! You must use personal
!protection whenever you use the machine.
•Hearing protection
•Gloves must be worn when required, for example when fitting, inspecting or cleaning cutting attachments.
•Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear shorts, sandals or go barefoot.
•Wear sturdy,
Generally clothes should be
Machine′s safety equipment
This section describes the machine′s safety equipment, its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the ”What is what?” section to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine.
WARNING! Never use a machine that has
!faulty safety equipment! Carry out the inspection, maintenance and service routines listed in this section.
•Cutting cover and protective cover
•Engine brake handle
•Vibration damping system
•Muffler
•Cutting equipment
Cutting cover and protective cover
On lawn mower M53 S there is a protective cover mounted over the drive’s gearbox.
The protective cover is designed to reduce the risk of crush injuries and to catch a broken drive belt.
The cutting cover is designed to reduce vibration and to reduce the risk of cuts.
Engine brake handle
The engine brake is designed to stop the engine. When the grip on the engine brake handle is released the engine should stop.
On lawn mower M53 S the engine brake handle should also disengage the drive.
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