Briggs & Stratton 131F manual Maintenance and Storage

Safe Operation Practices

9.When using any attachments, never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the machine while in operation.

10.Never operate the mower with defective guards or shields, or without safety protective devices in place.

11.Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal injury.

12.Before leaving the operator’s position

a.disengage the power take-off and lower the attachments;

b.change into neutral and set the parking brake;

c.stop the engine and remove the key.

13.Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition key

a.before cleaning blockages or unclogging chute;

b.before checking, cleaning or working on the mower;

c.after striking a foreign object. Inspect the mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the equipment;

d.if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).

14.Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not in use.

15.Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment

a.before refuelling;

b.before removing the grass catcher;

c.before making height adjustment unless adjustment can be made from the operator’s position.

16.Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.

17.Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.

18.Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.

Maintenance and Storage

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

2.When machine will be parked, stored or left unattended, lower the cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock is used.

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

4.Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

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

6.To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

7.Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.

8.Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

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

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