Rover 53179 warranty Safety Instructions, Damaged Blades and Worn Bolts are Major Hazards

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This product is manufactured to comply with Australian Safety Standards. If non- genuine replacement parts; including blades; are fitted to this product it may no longer meet that Australian Safety Standard and Rover Mowers Warranty. The fitting of non-genuine replacement parts could result in serious injury, and, or machine malfunctioning which may result in litigation against the person or persons responsible for the alterations.

*Know your controls. Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn how to stop the engine quickly in an emergency.

*Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower. Do not carry passengers.

*Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones, wire and debris. They could be thrown by the blade.

*Do not mow whilst people, especially children, or pets are in the mowing area.

*Never mow across the face of the slope, unless the mower is designed for this purpose.

*Exercise extreme caution when on slopes.

Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent overturning or loss of control.

Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill.

*Stay Alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.

Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment

(a)use only approved drawbar hitch points

(b)limit loads to those you can safely control

(c)do not turn sharply

(d)use care when backing up, and

(e)use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when suggested in the owner’s manual.

*Watch out for traffic when crossing or operating the mower near roadways

*Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other than grass.

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

*Before leaving the operator’s position –

(a)disengage all clutches and secure cutting units

(b)change into neutral and set the parking brake, and

(c)stop the engine and remove the key.

*Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachments –

(a)before refuelling

(b)before removing grass-catcher/ catchers

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

(d)before clearing blockages

(e)before checking, cleaning or working on the mower

(f)after striking a foreign object (inspect the mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the equipment) and

(g)if machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately)

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

*A mower operator should be in good physical and mental health and not under the influence of any drug or alcohol which might impair vision, co-ordination or judgement.

*Never mow while barefoot or wearing open sandals, or

thongs. Wear long trousers and heavy shoes.

*It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when operating a mower.

*Mow only in good daylight.

*Before using, always visually inspect to see that blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

DAMAGED BLADES AND WORN BOLTS ARE MAJOR HAZARDS

*Check all nuts, bolts and screws often, always be sure the mower is in safe operating condition.

*Keep safety devices (guards and switches) in place and in working order.

*Never use the mower unless the grass catcher, or guards provided by the manufacturer, are in position.

*Ensure any spare parts used comply with the original manufacturer’s recommendations and specifications.

*Replace worn or faulty silencers.

*Keep engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease. These can be a fire hazard.

*Refuel outdoors only. Do not smoke while fueling the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or the engine is hot. Remove fuel cap slowly to relieve any tank pressure. If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move machine away from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated.

*Check for fuel leaks while refuelling or using the mower. If a fuel leak is found, do not start or run the engine until the fuel leak is fixed and spilled fuel is wiped away.

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

*Always mount the mower on the opposite side of the discharge chute.

*Start the engine carefully with the cutting means disengaged.

*Do not over-speed the engine or alter governor settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens mower life.

*Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower, even for a moment.

*Store the mower in a well-ventilated room away from naked flames such as may be found in hot water heaters.

*Do not lend or sell the mower without the Owner’s Manual.

WARNING

If fitted with accessories, including any authorised Rover accessories such as Grass Catcher, this mower may not comply with AS 3792.1