Dolmar TM-98.14 H2D Operator's Manual page 90

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1.2 GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
WARNING!
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before using the machine.
A) TRAINING
1) Read the instructions carefully. Be
familiar with the controls and how to use
the equipment properly.
2) Never let children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions use the machine.
Local regulations can restrict the age of
the user.
3) Never mow while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
4) Keep in mind that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or hazards oc-
curring to other people or their property.
5) Do not carry passengers.
6) All drivers should seek and obtain pro-
fessional and practical instruction. Such
instruction should emphasise:
– the need for care and concentration
when working with ride-on machines;
– you cannot use the brake to regain
control of a ride-on machine sliding down
a slope. The main reasons for loss of con-
trol are:
– insufficient wheel grip;
– overspeeding;
– inadequate braking;
– the type of machine is unsuitable for
its task;
– unawareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
– incorrect hitching and load distribu-
tion.
B) PREPARATION
1) While mowing, always wear sturdy
footwear and long trousers. Do not
Read carefully
operate the equipment barefoot or wear-
ing open sandals.
2) Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all
objects which can be ejected from the
machine.
3) DANGER! 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 of the fuel tank
or add petrol while the engine is run-
ning or when the engine is hot;
– if you spill petrol, do not start the
engine and move the machine away from
the area of spillage. Do not create any
source of ignition until the petrol vapours
have evaporated;
– put back and tighten all fuel tank and
container caps securely.
4) Replace faulty silencers.
5) Before use, always inspect the
machine to check that the blades, blade
bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged
blades and bolts in sets to preserve bal-
ance.
6) On multi-bladed machines, remember
that the rotation of one blade can cause
other blades to rotate.
C) OPERATION
1) Do not start the engine in a confined
space where dangerous carbon monox-
ide fumes can collect.
2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
3) Before starting the engine, disengage
the blades and shift into neutral.
4) Do not use on slopes of more than
SAFETY