Maintenance & Storage; Control Symbols; Safety Precautions - Hayter Motif 48 Autodrive Instruction Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Operation cont
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower
towards you.
Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Hayter parts.
This machine contains spring loaded assemblies which
could cause a hazard when disassembled and reassembled.
Maintenance should only be carried out by a Hayter authorised
dealer.
Always ensure the blade has stopped by releasing the engine
stop lever, before tilting the mower for transportation or
crossing surfaces other than grass.
Never operate the machine with defective guards, or with out
safety devices, for example defl ectors and/or grass bag in place.
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the
engine.
Start the engine carefully, with feet well away from the
cutterblade before starting the engine.
Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine.
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge

Control Symbols

S T O P
Engine Stop
chute.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Never pick up, carry the machine or lift the rear defl ector while
the engine is running.
Never touch the exhaust/exhaust guard or cooling fi ns when
the engine is hot.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead:
Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge
chute.
Before cleaning/checking or working on the machine.
After striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for
damage and ensure necessary repairs are made before
restarting and operating.
If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, check
immediately.
Stop the engine:
Whenever you leave the mower;
Before refuelling.
Height of Cut Adjustment
Maintenance & Storage
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the
equipment is in safe operating condition.
Frequently check fuel lines and fi ttings for cracks or leaks and
replace if necessary.
Check the rear defl ector and grassbag frequently for wear or
deterioration.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the
cutterblade.
Inspect the exhaust periodically and replace if worn or leaking.
Never store the mower with petrol in the tank within an
enclosed area where fumes may reach an open fl ame or spark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
To reduce the fi re hazard, keep the engine and the surrounding
deck area free of grass, leaves or excessive grease.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors
and when the engine is cool.
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