Safety Instructions - Honda HRX537VKEA Owner's Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING
To ensure safe operation –
• Honda lawn mowers are designed
to give safe and dependable service if
operated according to instructions.
Read and understand the Owner's
Manual before operating the mower.
Failure to do so could result in personal
injury or equipment damage.
• Read instructions carefully, become familiar with controls and proper
use of equipment.
• Use the lawnmower for the purpose it is intended for, that is mowing
and collecting grass. Any other use could be dangerous or damage
the equipment.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to
use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
• Never mow when:
– People, especially children, or pets are nearby.
– User is under medication or has swallowed substance known to
affect judgment or reactions.
– There is a risk of adverse weather such as lightning or a storm.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for injuries or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used, and
remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine (stones,
branches, wires, bones, etc...).
• WARNING - Petrol is highly flammable:
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
– Refuel outdoors only, before starting the engine, and do not smoke
while refueling or handling fuel.
– Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine
is running or when the engine is hot.
– If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the
machine away from the area of spillage, and avoid creating any
source of ignition until the petrol vapors have dissipated.
– Install fuel caps securely.
– Before tipping the lawnmower to maintain the cutting means or
drain oil, remove fuel from the tank.
• Replace faulty mufflers.
• Before using, always visually inspect to see that the cutting means,
cutting-means bolts, and cutting-means enclosure are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged cutting means and
cutting-means bolts in sets to preserve balance.
• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous
carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
• If there is a risk of adverse weather such as lightning or a storm, stop
operation.
• Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where possible.
• While mowing, always keep the safety distance to the cutting means,
which is provided by the handle length.
• Walk, never run. Do not let yourself be pulled by the lawnmower.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes. Mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Do not mow slopes of more than 20°.
• Use extreme caution when pulling the lawnmower toward you.
• Stop the cutting means if the lawnmower has to be tilted for
transporting, when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when
transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.
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• Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards or shields, or
without safety devices such as discharge guard and/or grass catcher.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the engine.
• Disengage the cutting-means control and drive clutch control before
starting the machine.
• Start the engine carefully according to the instructions and with feet
well away from the cutting means.
• Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine.
Start the lawnmower on a level surface, free of high grass or
obstacles.
• Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge
opening.
• Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running.
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap:
– 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.
– If lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally, Check immediately the
cause of the vibration and perform the necessary repair.
• Stop the engine in the following cases:
– Whenever you leave the lawnmower.
– Before refueling the lawnmower.
• Stop the cutting means in the following cases:
– When installing or removing the grass catcher.
– Before adjusting the cutting height.
• Turn the fuel valve off at the conclusion of mowing.
• 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.
• 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.
• Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or high temperature
source.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the lawnmower, especially the engine
and silencer, the petrol storage area, and battery compartment (if
applicable) free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
Do not leave container of grass cuttings in or near a building.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors with a
cold engine.
• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.
• Do not use the machine with worn or damaged parts.
Part must be replaced, not repaired. Replace worn or damaged parts
with Honda genuine parts.
Cutting means must always must always bear the mark Honda and the
reference number. Non equivalent quality parts may damage the
machine and be prejudicial to your safety.
• Wear thick gloves when removing or installing the cutting means or
when cleaning the cutting-means enclosure.
When tightening or loosening the cutting-means bolts, use a wooden
block to prevent the cutting means from rotating.
• Always make sure the correct balance of the cutting means when
sharpening.
• Wear eye protection.
Disposal
To protect the environment, do not dispose of this product,
battery, engine oil, etc. carelessly by leaving them in the
waste. Observe the local laws and regulations or consult
your authorized Honda dealer for disposal.
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