Safety Rules For Petrol Lawn Mowers - ALDI 52371 User Manual

General safety warnings

Safety rules for Petrol Lawn Mowers

Training
• R ead the instructions carefully. Get familiar with the controls and proper
use of the equipment.
• O nly use the lawn mower for the purpose for which it was designed,
i.e. for cutting and collecting grass. Any other use can be hazardous,
causing damage to the machine.
• N ever allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use
the lawn mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Never use the lawn mower:
– When people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
– If the operator has taken medicine or substances that can affect his
ability to react and concentrate.
• R emember that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
• W hile mowing, always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• T horoughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine or damage the
cutter assembly and the engine (stones, sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.)
WARNING: DANGER!
Engine fuel is highly flammable:
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
– Refuel using a funnel and outdoors only. Do not smoke while refuelling
or whenever handling the fuel.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
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