Racing RAC4000T-A3 Original Instructions Manual page 6

gardens are those used for the maintenance of grassy areas and private lawns and should not
be used in public areas, parks, sports, agricultural or forest areas.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT - Regular, careful maintenance is essential for keeping the safety level and original
performance of the machine unchanged in time.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Regular maintenance is essential for safety and performance.
Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame,
a spark or a source of extreme heat.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine; exhaust silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage
area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Do not leave containers with grass cuttings in doors.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. For reasons of safety, do not use the equipment with worn
or damaged parts. Parts are to be replaced and not repaired. Parts that are not of the same quality can
damage the equipment and be dangerous for your safety.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool.
Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the blade.
Check the blade's balance after sharpening.
Check the self-closing guard and grass-catcher frequently for wear and deterioration.
Whenever the machine is to be handled, transported or tilted you must: wear strong working gloves;
grasp the machine at the points that offer a safe grip, taking account of the weight and its distribution.
Use only original replacement spark plug. For best results, replace the spark plug every 100 hours of
use.
When transporting the equipment in the vehicle, secure it to prevent it from moving, and thus switch to
be damaged or the fuel from escaping.
First aid
For the event of a possible accident, please make sure that a first aid kit is always immediately
available close by. Immediately replace any items used from the first aid box.
When calling for help, give the following information:
- Place of the accident
- What Happened?
- Number of injured people
- Kind of injuries
- Your name!
Vibrations
After a long period of use of the machine, the vibration may cause a disturbance in the blood flow of
hands ("White finger disease").
It is not possible to set a valid period of use in general, since the effect of the vibrations depends on
several factors.
The following precautions will help to prolong the duration of use
- Keep hands warm (wear warm gloves);
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