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11.6.2 Mowing / starting with the mowing unit
switched on (fig. 10, 11 + 12)
m WARNING!
Risk of injury and damage!
Objects can be ejected and may hit and injure persons. Solid
objects can damage the product.
In addition, small stones or other objects can be ejected at
least 15 meters. This can damage cars, houses, and windows.
- When mowing, keep a distance of 30 metres between
bystanders or animals.
- Do not remove objects from footpaths etc. with the product.
NOTE!
Risk of damage!
If the product is not cleaned on a regular basis, grass/weed
residues may become trapped below the protection shield and
may block the product. This can impair the performance of the
product and damage it in the long run.
- Clean the product thoroughly after each use.
Attention! Only change gears when the vehicle is
at a standstill.
1. With the "tortoise" low engine speed, depress the brake
pedal (9) all the way. The locking brake (8) must be
activated in position P (fig. 10).
2. Slowly push the mowing unit shift lever (11) forward until it
engages to switch on the mowing unit.
3. With the "tortoise" low engine speed, depress the brake
pedal (9) all the way. This unlocks the locking brake (8).
4. Put in the desired gear (14).
5. Release the brake pedal (9) slowly to mobilise the petrol
ride-on lawnmower slowly.
6. Push the speed lever (12) in the direction of the "Hare" to
accelerate.
7. To stop the device, depress the brake pedal (9).
11.6.3 Working on slopes
m WARNING!
Danger due to errors when driving on slopes!
Take special care when driving on slopes! There is no
"safe" slope. Pay particular attention to the following safety
instructions!
- If the wheels should spin or if the vehicle gets stuck when
climbing a slope, disengage the mowing unit and attachment
devices. Then slowly descend and leave the slope in a
straight direction!
- A full catch basket increases the risk of the petrol ride-on
lawnmower tipping over due to its weight!
• On slopes, the cutting path should be made perpendicular
to the slope. It is possible to prevent the lawnmower from
slipping by lifting it upwards at an angle.
• Slopes are one of the main causes of accidents where
control of the petrol ride-on lawnmower is lost and the device
tips over. This can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
• For safety reasons, the device must not be used on slopes
steeper than 10° (17.6 %).
• 10° slope corresponds to a vertical rise of 17.6 cm at 100
cm horizontal length.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.
• Do not use the device in places such as slopes or ditches
where it may tip over or slip. The danger of tipping over or
slipping is greater if the surface is loose or damp.
• Always drive on slopes in the longitudinal direction. There
is an increased risk of tipping over when driving sideways.
• When driving on slopes, do not make abrupt changes in
speed or direction. Working in such situations requires
careful, calm and steady operation of the petrol ride-on
lawnmower.
• Avoid changes of direction on slopes. Turn around on slopes
only if this is unavoidable; if possible, drive slowly and in a
wide arc in the downward direction.
• Do not mow wet grass, especially on slopes, as grip is
reduced on wet grass. The petrol ride-on lawnmower could
slip and therefore no longer be controlled by the user.
• When driving on slopes, the transmission must not be
unlocked by means of the gear freewheel.
• Special care must be taken when operating attachment
devices on slopes (altered weight distribution on the device).
• If the wheels should spin or if the vehicle gets stuck when
travelling up a slope, disengage the mowing blade or
attachment device. Afterwards, the slope is to be left in a
slow downward and straight direction.
• Never try to stabilise the petrol ride-on lawnmower by
supporting it with your foot on the ground.
• The weight of the catch basket increases the risk of tipping,
especially when it is full.
• Never empty or lift the catch basket on an inclined plane.
11.6.4 Emptying the catch basket while sitting
down (fig. 12)
If cuttings remain on the ground, the catch basket is full and
must be emptied.
1. Switch off the mowing unit (11) by pushing the lever for the
mowing unit (11) backwards and to the left.
2. Drive to the location where you would like to empty the
catch basket (2).
3. Press the brake pedal (9) completely and activate the
locking brake (8).
4. Set the gear shift (14) to neutral "N".
5. Lift the catch basket (2) by the handle so that it empties.
6. Lower the catch basket (2) again.
Attention: If the catch basket (2) is not properly engaged,
the mowing unit (11) cannot be engaged.
11.6.5 Disengage the catch basket for emptying
(fig. 12)
If cuttings remain on the ground, the catch basket is full and
must be emptied.
m WARNING!
Risk of injury!
Unintended and unexpected start-up of the product may lead
to injuries.
- Always switch off the engine before emptying.
1. Press the brake pedal (9) completely and activate the
locking brake (8).
2. Switch off the mowing unit (11) by pushing the lever for the
mowing unit (11) backwards and to the left.
3. Set the gear shift (14) to neutral "N".
GB/IE 15