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SAFETY
10) Before leaving the operator’s position:
lDisengage the blades and lower the Cutter
Deck.
lCharge into neutral and set the parking brake.
lStop the engine and remove the key.
11) Disengage blades, stop the engine and
remove key:
lBefore carrying out any work beneath the
cutting deck or unclogging the chute;
lBefore checking, cleaning or working on
Garden-tractor;
lAfter striking a foreign object. Inspect the
Garden-tractor for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the Garden-
tractor;
lIf the Garden-tractor starts to vibrate
abnormally (immediately check and remove
the cause of the vibration)
12) Disengage drive to blades when transporting
or not in use. Disengage the blades for them
to stop before emptying the grass-catcher.
13) Stop the engine and disengage blades:
lBefore refuelling.
lEvery time the grass-catcher is removed or
replaced.
lBefore making height adjustment.
14) Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut
down and turn the fuel off at the conclusion of
mowing, following the instructions in the
handbook.
15) Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
16) Use care when pulling loads or using heavy
equipment.
lUse only approved drawbar hitch paints.
lLimit loads to those you can safely control.
lDo not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
1 7) Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.
18) When using any attachments, never direct
discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the machine while in
operation.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working
condition. Regular maintenance is essential
for safety and for maintaining performance
levels.
2) Never store the equipment with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may reach
a flame or a spark or a source of extreme
heat.
3) Allow the engine to cool before storing in an
enclosed space.
4) To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
exhaust silencer, battery compartment and
fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, or
excessive grease. Always empty the grass-
catcher and do not leave garden rubbish
containers within a room.
5) Check the deflector and grass-catcher
frequently for wear and deterioration.
6) For reasons of safety, do not use the
equipment with worn or damaged parts. Parts
are to be replaced and not repaired. Use
genuine spare parts. Parts which are not of an
equivalent quality can damage the equipment
and be dangerous for your safety.
7) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should
be done outdoors and when the engine is
cool.
8) Wear strong work gloves when removing and
reassembling the blades.
9) Check the blades’ balance after sharpening.