How To Use The Machine; Directions Before Starting - Honda HF1211 Operator's Manual

5. HOW TO USE
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
DANGER!
The machine must only be used for the pur-
pose for which it was designed (cutting and collection of
grass).
Using the machine in any other way is considered "improper
use" which will invalidate the warranty, relieve the manufac-
turer from all liabilities, and the user will consequently be li-
able for all and any damage or injury to himself or others.
Examples of improper use may include, but are not limited to:
– transport people, children or animals on the machine or on
a trailer;
– tow or push loads;
– use of the machine for moving over unstable, slippery,
icy, stony, rough, marshy ground and puddles that do not
allow for evaluation of the consistency of the ground;
– use of the machine for leaf or debris collection;
– use of the blades on surfaces other than grass.
DANGER!
Do not tamper with or remove the safety de-
vices fitted to the machine. REMEMBER THAT THE USER IS
ALWAYS RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE AND INJURIES TO
OTHERS.
Before using the machine:
– read the general safety regulations (
cular attention to driving and cutting on slopes;
– carefully read the instructions for use, become familiar
with the controls and on how to quickly stop the blades and
engine.
– never put your hands or feet next to or beneath the rotat-
ing parts and always keep away from the discharge open-
ing.
Do not use the machine when in a precarious state of health
or under the effect of medicines or other substances that can
reduce your reflex actions and your ability to concentrate.
It is the user's responsibility to assess the potential risk of the
area where work is to be carried out, as well as to take all the
necessary steps to ensure his own safety and that of o thers,
particularly on slopes or rough, slippery and unstable ground.
Do not leave the machine stopped in high grass with the en-
gine running in order to avoid the risk of starting a fire.
WARNING!
This machine must not be used on slopes
greater than 10° (17%).
IMPORTANT
All the references relating to the positions of
controls are those described in chapter 4.

5.1 DIRECTIONS BEFORE STARTING

SEAT ADJUSTMENT
The seat is held by four screws
(1) which have to be loosened for
changing the position of the seat
which is done by sliding it along
the slots in the base.
When you have got in a comfor -
table position, fully tighten the four
screws.
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1), paying parti -
Chap.
OIL LEVEL AND REFUELLING
IMPORTANT
Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine per-
formance and service life. Non-detergent oils and vegetable oils
are not recommended. Be sure to check the engine on a level sur-
face with the engine stopped.
Use Honda 4-stroke, or an equivalent high detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manu-
facturerʼs requirements for service classification SG, SF.
Motor oils classified SG, SF will show this designation on the con-
tainer.
SAE 10W-30 is re -
com mended for ge-
ne ral, all temperature
u se. If single visco-
sity oil is used, select
the appropriate visco -
sity for the average
temperature in your
area.
To reach the oil level dipstick, lift up the seat and open the hatchway
beneath.
With engine stopped, check its oil level which must be between the
MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick when not screwed in. Do not
forget to screw down the dipstick when replacing it.
IMPORTANT
• Never use a gas-oil mixture.
• Only use unleaded petrol 95
or 98.
• Do not let dirt, clippings,etc.
get into the tank.
• Do not use dirty or contami-
nated fuel (water, durst, ...), or
fuel which is too old. The qua -
lity of unleaded petrol deterio-
rates with time. Do not keep
fuel for more than one month.
Refuel using a funnel, but be sure to not exceed the max level shown
in the figure.
The tank's capacity is about 3.6 litres.
DANGER!
Refuelling should be carried out in an open
or well ventilated area with engine stopped. Always remem-
ber that petrol fumes are inflammable. DO NOT TAKE
FLAMES TO THE TANK MOUTH TO VERIFY ITS CONTENTS
AND DO NOT SMOKE WHEN REFUELLING.
IMPORTANT
Do not drip petrol onto the plastic parts to avoid
ruining them. In the event of accidental leaks, rinse immediately
with water.
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