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Two other words are also used to highlight
information. "Important" calls attention to special
mechanical information and "Note" emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
Safety
WARNING: When using the machine the
safety rules shall be followed. For your own
safety and the safety of those around you,
please read these instructions before
operating the machine. Please keep the
instructions for later use.
Training
1.
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
2.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
3.
Never mow while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
4.
Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
Preparation
1.
While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandals.
2.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
3.
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.
4.
On multi–bladed machines, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
Operation
1.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
2.
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,
where feasible.
3.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
4.
Walk, never run.
5.
For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the
face of slopes, never up and down.
6.
Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
7.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
8.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the lawnmower towards you.
9.
Stop the blade(s) 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.
10. Never operate the lawnmower with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices, for
example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in
place.
11. Switch on the motor according to instructions
and with feet well away from the blade(s).
12. Do not start the motor when standing in front of
the discharge chute.
13. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
14. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the
motor is running.
15. Remove the disabling device from the machine:
whenever you leave the machine;
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