Atco QX operating instructions Safety Notes

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Safety Notes

Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the lawnmower.

Explanation of symbols on the lawnmower

General hazard safety alert.

Read instruction manual.

Beware of thrown or flying objects to by- standers.

Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine.

Switch off and remove plug from mains

before adjusting, cleaning or if the ca-

ble is entangled and before leaving the lawnmower unattended for any period. Keep the supply flexible cord away from the cutting blades.

Sharp blade(s). Beware of severing toes

or fingers.

Wait until all machine components have

completely stopped before touching STOP them. The blades continue to rotate af- ter the machine is switched off, a rotat-

ing blade can cause injury.

Do not mow in the rain or leave the lawnmower outdoors whilst it is raining.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. Never mow while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.

The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Do not operate the lawnmower when barefoot or wearing open sandals, always wear substan- tial footwear and long trousers.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawn- mower is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects.

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. On multi-bladed lawnmowers, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. Avoid operating the lawnmower in wet grass, where feasible.

Walk, never run.

Mowing on banks can be dangerous:

–Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

–Always be sure of your footing on slopes or wet grass.

–Mow across the face of slopes - never up and down.

–Exercise extreme caution when changing di- rection on slopes.

–Use extreme caution when stepping back or pulling the lawnmower towards you.

–Never mow by pulling the mower towards you.

Stop the blades if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed. Do not tilt the machine when starting or switch- ing on the motor, except if the machine has to be tilted for starting in long grass. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and tilt only the part which is away from the operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the oper- ating position before returning the machine to the ground.

Switch on the lawnmower with feet well away from the blades.

Do not tilt the mower when starting.

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Never operate the lawnmower without the grassbox/bag or deflector guard in position. Never pick up or carry the lawnmower while the motor is running.

Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to prevent entrapment of the feet and hands between moving blades and fixed parts of the lawnmower.

Remove the plug from the socket:

–whenever you leave the machine

–before clearing a blockage

–before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower

–after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs as necessary

–if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).

Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure that the lawnmower is in safe working condition. Check the grassbox/bag frequently for wear or deterioration.

Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch ap- proved.

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