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Preparation Continued

WARNING: Petrol is highly flammable.
- Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.
- Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap from the fuel tank or add petrol whilst the
engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow the engine to cool for at least two minutes before
refuelling.
- Do not attempt to start the engine if petrol is spilled or a smell of petrol is present. Move the mower
away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapors have
dissipated.
- Always use fresh fuel. Stale fuel can block the carburettor and cause leakage.
- Replace fuel tank and oil tank caps securely.

Operation

Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid using the mower on wet grass, where feasible.
Walk, never run.
Do not use on slopes of more than 20 degrees.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes and stay alert for humps, hollows and other hidden hazards.
Ground conditions may affect the ability of the operator to maintain safe footing. Particular conditions may
not permit safe operation on the slope limit stated.
Mow across the face of the slopes, never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards you.
Disengage the cutterhead drive if the mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass and when transporting the mower to and from the area to be mowed.
Never operate the mower unless the guards are securely in position and in good condition and all safety
devices are in place.
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at excessive speed
may increase the hazard of personal injury.
Disengage the cutterhead and ground drive clutches before starting the engine.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS