Safety Precautions; Training; Preparation; Safety Symbols - Hayter Motif 48 Autodrive Instruction Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety Alert Symbol
This safety alert symbol indicates important safety
messages. When you see this symbol be alert to the
possibility of injury. Carefully read the following and
inform others.
Your mower is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to
observe the following precautions may result in serious
injury.

Training

Before using the mower read the owners handbook carefully.
Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. Ensure
that you are familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the equipment. Learn how to stop the mower quickly in an
emergency.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations can restrict
the age of the operator.
Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are
nearby.
Keep in mind that the user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Safety Symbols

Safety Alert Be Aware To Carefully Read The Owners Handbook
The Possibility Of Injury. Before Using The Machine

Preparation

While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing sandals.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and
remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine.
WARNING: Petrol is highly fl ammable.
• Store fuel in containers specifi cally 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 running
or when the engine is hot.
• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until the petrol
vapours have dissipated.
• Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Replace faulty silencers.
Danger Of Severing Toes Or Danger Of Being Hit
Fingers In Cutting Mechanism By Thrown Objects
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A damaged cutterblade or loose fi xing bolt are major hazards.
Before use, always visually inspect the cutting mechanism to
ensure that it is in good condition. A damaged cutterblade must
be replaced immediately with a genuine Hayter replacement
part.

Operation

Do not operate the engine in a confi ned space where exhaust
fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.
Always pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and
then pull the cord rapidly. This will avoid kickback and prevent
hand or arm injury.
Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial light.
Avoid using the machine on wet grass, where feasible.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes of more than 20° and
mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction.
Keep Bystanders At A Safe Stop Engine And Remove The Spark
Distance From The Mower Plug Lead Before Working On The
Mower.