Honda HRX476C Owner's Manual page 3

OPERATION
C1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
C2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. Make sure to comply with legal
regulations which may vary from one region to another.
C3. If there is a risk of adverse weather such as lightning or a storm, stop operation.
C4. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where possible.
C5. While mowing, always keep the safety distance to the cutting means, which is
provided by the handle length.
C6. Do not run. Do not let yourself be pulled by the lawnmower.
C7. Always be sure of your footing on slopes. Mow across the face of slopes, never
up and down.
C8. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for any accidents or
unexpected events that may occur to other persons or their property. The user is
responsible for checking on possible risks due to the ground to be worked on, and
for taking all precautions necessary for ensuring his own safety and that of others,
in particular on sloping ground, rough, slippery or unstable terrain, or near holes,
ditches or banks.
C9. Do not mow slopes of more than 20° (36%).
C10. Use extreme caution when pulling the lawnmower towards you.
C11. Stop the cutting means 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.
C12. Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards or cutting-means enclosures,
or without safety devices such as discharge cover and/ or grass catchers.
C13. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
C14. Disengage all cutting-means control (models equipped with Rotostop) and drive
clutch (self-propelled models) before starting the engine.
C15. Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from
the cutting means.
C16. Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine.
Start the lawnmower on a level surface, free of high grass or obstacle.
C17. Keep hands and feet away from the rotating parts.
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge opening.
C18. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running.
C19. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap in the following cases:
- Before any operation under the cutting-means enclosure or the discharge chute.
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower.
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower again.
- If lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally. Check immediately the cause of the
vibration and perform the necessary repair.
C20. Stop the engine in the following cases:
- Whenever you leave the lawnmower unattended.
- Before refuelling.
C21. Stop the cutting means (models equipped with Rotostop) or the engine in the
following cases:
- When installing or removing the grass catcher.
- Before adjusting the cutting height.
C22. Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut-down. Close the fuel shut-off valve
by turning the fuel shut-off valve.
C23. Using any attachments other than those recommended in this manual may cause
damage to your lawnmower, and such damage will not be covered by your
guarantee.
C24. CAUTION
The levels for noise and vibration indicated in this manual are the maximum
values for using the machine. The use of an unbalanced cutting means, an
excessive speed of movement and a lack of maintenance have a significant effect
on sound emissions and vibration. It is therefore necessary to take preventive
measures to eliminate all possible damage due to high noise levels, and stresses
due to vibrations; please ensure that the machine is well maintained, wear an
anti-noise helmet. Take breaks during the work.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
D1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition. Regular maintenance is an essential aid to user's safety and retaining
a high level of performance.
D2. Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building when vapours
may reach an open flame, spark or high temperature source.
D3. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
D4. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the lawnmower, especially the engine and
silencer, the petrol storage area as well, free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease.
Do not leave containers of grass cuttings in or near a building.
D5. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors, with a cold engine.
D6. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.
D7. Do not use the machine with worn or damaged parts.
Parts must be replaced, not repaired. Replace worn or damaged parts with Honda
genuine parts.
Cutting means must always bear the mark Honda and the reference number.
Non equivalent quality parts may damage the machine and be prejudicial to your
safety.
D8. Wear thick gloves when removing or installing the cutting means or when cleaning
the cutting-means enclosure.
When tightening or loosening the cutting-means screws, use a wooden block to
prevent the cutting means from rotating.
D9. Always make sure the correct balance of the cutting means when sharpening.
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