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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PREPARATION
Always wear appropriate footwear, such as
work boots, and trousers when operating
the mower. Do not operate the equipment
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating the
mower.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all
objects which can be thrown by the
machine.
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.
Only use accessories approved by the
manufacturer.
Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Never operate the machine in wet grass.
This could cause you to slip while mowing.
OPERATION
Only operate the mower in daylight or in
good artificial light.
Avoid operating the equipment in wet
grass.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively
steep slopes, which exceed 15°. For
wheeled rotary machines, mow across the
face of slopes, never up and down.
Never run while using the mower, always
walk.
Do not pull the mower backwards unless
necessary. Use extreme caution when
reversing or pulling the lawnmower
towards you.
Stop the blade(s) if the lawnmower must be
tilted for transportation when crossing
surfaces other than grass (such as gravel
drives, walks, or roads) & when
transporting the lawnmower to & from the
area to be mowed. Never pick up or carry a
lawnmower while the engine is running.
Never operate the lawnmower with
defective guards, or without safety devices,
for example deflectors and/or grass
catchers, in place.
Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
Stop the engine:
ü before clearing blockages or unclogging
the chute;
ü before checking, cleaning or working on
the lawnmower;
ü after striking a foreign object inspect
the lawnmower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating
the lawnmower,
ü if lawnmower starts to vibrate
abnormally (check immediately).
Shut the machine off and wait until the
engine and the blade come to a complete
stop before removing the grass catcher.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.
Be alert and turn the machine off if children
enter the area.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the motor is running.
GENERAL MOWING TIPS
When cutting long grass, reduce walking
speed to allow for more effective cutting
and a proper discharge of the clippings. It is
recommended that you cut longer grass in
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