Safety Rules - Webb WER21HW Operator's Manual

Before Use
a) Read the instructions carefully: Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment.
b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
c) Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. During use be wary of people or
pets entering the mowing area and turn off the machine until they are at a safe distance.
d) Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Preparation
a) While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and trousers. Do not operate the equipment
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
b) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which
could be thrown by the machine or damage the blade. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
c) WARNING - Petrol is highly flammable.
- Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.
- Add fuel before starting the engine. 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 vapours have dissipated.
- Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
d) Replace faulty silencers.
e) Before use, 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.
f) Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
g) Disengage the self-propel mechanism before starting the engine.
h) Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating the mower.
Operation
a) Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
b) Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
c) Avoid cutting wet grass, where possible.
d) Always be sure of your footing, especially on slopes or wet grass.
e) Walk, never run while mowing.
f) For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
g) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
h) Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
i) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you.
j) 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.
k) Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
l) Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine.
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