Bosch ROTAK 320 Operating Instructions Manual page 12

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Safety Notes
Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be
familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the lawnmower. Please keep the instructions
safe for later use.
Explanation of symbols on the lawnmower
General hazard safety alert.
Read instruction manual.
Beware of thrown or flying objects to by-
standers.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from
the machine.
Switch off and remove plug from mains be-
fore adjusting, cleaning or if the cable is en-
tangled and before leaving the lawnmower
unattended for any period. Keep the supply
flexible cord away from the cutting blades.
Sharp blade(s). Beware of severing toes or
fingers.
Wait until all machine components have
completely stopped before touching them.
STOP
The blades continue to rotate after the ma-
chine is switched off, a rotating blade can
cause injury.
Do not mow in the rain or leave the lawn-
mower outdoors whilst it is raining.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Never mow while people, especially children or
pets, are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their prop-
erty.
Do not operate the lawnmower when barefoot or
wearing open sandals, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawn-
mower is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects.
Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are
not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in
sets to preserve balance.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid operating the lawnmower in wet grass,
where feasible.
Walk, never run.
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Mowing on banks can be dangerous:
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
– Always be sure of your footing on slopes or wet
grass.
– Mow across the face of slopes – never up and
down.
– Exercise extreme caution when changing direc-
tion on slopes.
– Use extreme caution when stepping back or pull-
ing the lawnmower towards you. Never mow by
pulling the mower towards you.
Stop the blades if the lawnmower has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass and when transporting the lawnmower
to and from the area to be mowed.
Do not tilt the machine when starting or switching
on the motor, except if the machine has to be
tilted for starting in long grass. In this case, do not
tilt it more than absolutely necessary and tilt only
the part which is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating posi-
tion before returning the machine to the ground.
Switch on the lawnmower with feet well away
from the blades.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
Never operate the lawnmower without the grass-
box/bag or deflector guard in position.
Never operate the lawnmower with a defective
deflector guard or defective grassbox.
Never pick up or carry the lawnmower while the
motor is running.
Remove the plug from the socket:
– whenever you leave the machine
– before clearing a blockage
– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn-
mower
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn-
mower for damage and make repairs as neces-
sary
– if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately).
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
that the lawnmower is in safe working condition.
Check the grassbox/bag frequently for wear or
deterioration.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch ap-
proved.
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