Hayter 481S Owner's Handbook Manual page 9

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
Disengage the rear roller drive clutch before starting the engine.
Start the engine carefully, with feet well away from the cutterbar.
Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Never pick up or carry a mower while the engine is running.
Stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead and the negative battery lead:
- Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge chute.
- Before cleaning / checking or working on the mower.
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the mower for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the mower.
- If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
Stop the engine:
- Whenever you leave the mower.
- Before refuelling.
Never lift the deflector plate whilst the mower is in operation.
Never touch the engine muffler / muffler guard or cooling fins when the engine is hot.
WARNING: THE CUTTERBAR CAN CONTINUE TO ROTATE AFTER
THE ENGINE IS SWITCHED OFF
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Continued.
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