Getting To Know The Machine; Safety Regulations; Preliminary Operations - Stiga NTL 434-R Operator's Manual

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IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. Keep for future reference

GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE

DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE AND ITS RANGE OF USE
This machine is a garden equipment, namely a pedestrian controlled lawn-
mower.
The machine is essentially  composed of a engine which drives a blade 
enclosed in a casing, equipped with wheels and a handle. The operator
is able to operate the machine and use the main controls, always staying
behind the handle at a safe distance from the rotating blade. If the operator
leaves the machine, the engine and blade will stop within a few seconds.
Intended use
This machine was designed and manufactured for cutting (and collecting)
grass in gardens and grassy areas, in areas in proportion to its cutting
capacity, done by a pedestrian operator. The presence of accessories or
specific devices can prevent cut grass from being collected, depositing cut 
grass on the ground.
Improper use ¶
Any  other  usage  may  be  hazardous  and  harm  persons  and/or  damage 
things. Examples of improper use may include, but are not limited to:
– transporting persons, children or animals on the machine;
– letting oneself be transported by the machine;
– using the machine to tow or push loads;
– using the machine for leaf or debris collection;
–    u sing the machine to trim hedges, or for cutting vegetation other than 
grass;
– use of the machine by more than one person;
– using the blades on surfaces other than grass.
IDENTIFICATION LABEL AND MACHINE COMPONENTS
(see pictures on page 2)
1.  Acoustic power level
2. Conformity marking
3.  Year of manufacture
4. Type of lawnmower
5. Serial number
6. Name and address of Manufacturer
7. Article Code
8. Engine power and speed
9. Machine mass with empty tank in kg.
11. Chassis
12. Engine
13. Blade (Blade)
14. Stone-guard
15. Grass-catcher
16. Handle
17. Throttle trigger
18. Engine brake lever
19. Drive engagement lever
As soon as you have purchased the machine, write the identification num-
bers (3 - 4 - 5) in the spaces on the last page of the manual.
The example of the declaration of conformity can be found on the penulti-
mate page of the manual.
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS ON CONTROLS
(where applicable) (see pictures on page 2)
21. Slow
22. Fast
23. Choke
24. Engine Stop
25. Drive on
26. Idle
27. Engine ignition
36. Grass-catcher contents indicator: lifted (a) = empty / lowered (b) = full
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS  -  Your  lawnmower  must  be  used  carefully. 
Symbols have therefore been placed on various parts of the machine to 
remind you of the main precautions to be taken. Their meaning is explained
below. You are also asked to carefully read the safety regulations in the 
specific chapter of this manual.
Replace damaged or unreadable labels (see pictures on page 2).
41. Warning: Read the instruction manual before using the machine.
42. Risk of thrown objects. Keep all persons away from the work area
whilst mowing.
43. Danger of cutting yourself.  Moving  blades.  Do  not  put  hands  or 
feet near or under the opening of the blade housing. Disconnect
the spark plug cap and read the instructions before carrying out any
maintenance or repairs.
44. Only for electric lawnmowers
45. Only for electric lawnmowers
46. Danger of cutting yourself. Moving blades. Do not put hands or feet 
near or under the opening of the blade housing.
Technical specifications (see page 2)
[61] Nominal power
[62] Max. engine operation speed
[63] Machine weight
[64] Cutting width
[65] Sound pressure level, measured
[66] Measurement uncertainty
[67] Sound power level, measured
[68] Sound power level, guaranteed
[69] Vibration level
[70] Blade code

SAFETY REGULATIONS

A) TRAINING
1) Read the instructions carefully. Become familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the lawnmower. Learn how to stop the engine quickly.
2)  Never  allow  children  or  persons  unfamiliar  with  these  instructions  to 
use the lawnmower. Local regulations can restrict the minimum age of
the operator.
3)  Never use the lawnmower:
– when people, especially children or pets are nearby;
– if the operator is tired or unwell, or has taken medicine, drugs, alcohol
or any substances that may impair his ability to react and be attentive.
4) Bear in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or
unexpected events occurring to other people or their property.
B) PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
1) While mowing, always wear sturdy slip-resistant footwear and long
trousers. Do not operate the lawnmower when barefoot or wearing open
sandals.
2)  Thoroughly inspect the entire work area and remove anything that could 
be thrown by the machine or damage the cutting unit or engine (stones,
branches, iron wire, bones, etc.).
3)  WARNING:  DANGER! Petrol is highly flammable.
– store the fuel in suitable containers;
–    a dd fuel using a funnel, only outdoors; never smoke while doing this and 
whenever fuel is handled;
–    a dd  petrol  before  starting  the  engine;  never  add  petrol  or  remove  the 
petrol tank cap while the engine is running or when it is hot;
–    i f you have spilt some fuel, do not attempt to start the engine but move the 
lawnmower away from the area of spillage to avoid creating any source 
of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and fuel vapours have dissipated.
– always put the tank and fuel container caps back on and tighten well;
4) Replace faulty silencers
5) Before use, always inspect generally the machine and in particular:
-  the  safety  lever  must  move  freely,  it  must  not  need  forcing  and  should 
return automatically and rapidly back to the neutral position determining
cutting means stopping;
- to see that the blade, screws and cutting unit are not worn or damaged.
Replace  damaged  or  worn  blades  and  screws  to  preserve  balance.  Re-
place damaged or unreadable labels.
6)  Before starting work, fit the exit guards (grass-catcher or stone-guard).
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