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ATTENTION
Signal word to indicate a potentially hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided, could re-
sult in product or property damage.
5 Safety instructions
ATTENTION
Attention!
When using products, several safety warnings must be
observed to prevent injuries and damage. For this rea-
son, please carefully read this operating manual / safety
instructions. If you hand the product over to another
person, please hand over this operating manual / safety
instructions as well. We accept no liability for accidents
or damage that occur due to a failure to observe this
manual and the safety instructions.
DANGER
A failure to observe these instructions poses an ex-
treme danger of death or the risk of life-threatening inju-
ries.
WARNING
A failure to observe these instructions poses a danger
of death or the risk of serious injuries.
CAUTION
A failure to observe these instructions poses a minor to
moderate danger of injury.
NOTE
A failure to observe these instructions poses a risk of
damage to the engine or other property.
Who is not permitted to use the product:
• Children and other people who do are not familiar with
the usage instructions (local stipulations may specify a
minimum age for users).
• People under the influence of alcohol, drugs and med-
ication, as well as those who are tired or ill.
Safety instructions for hand-operated lawnmowers
• Read the usage instructions with due care. Familiarise
yourself with the settings and proper operation of the
product.
• Never allow children or other persons who are unfa-
miliar with the usage instructions to use the lawnmow-
er. Contact your local governmental agency for infor-
mation regarding minimum age requirements for oper-
ating the lawnmower.
• Never mow while people, especially children or ani-
mals are nearby. Always keep in mind that the opera-
tor is responsible for accidents involving other persons
and/or their property.
• Only mow when visibility is good. It is necessary to
keep third parties away.
• If you hand the product over to another person, please
hand over this operating manual as well.
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• Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trou-
sers when mowing. Never mow barefoot or in sandals.
• Check the terrain on which the product will be used
and remove all objects that could be caught up and vi-
olently flung out of the chute (like stones, toys, sticks
and wires etc.).
• Switch off the engine, wait for it to stop and discon-
nect the spark plug connector if
– you are leaving the product.
– You are removing blockages or obstructions.
– the product has been in contact with foreign ob-
jects.
– malfunctions and unusual vibrations occur on the
product.
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable:
• Only store fuel in containers (canisters) designed for
this purpose.
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuel-
ling.
• Fuel must be filled before starting the engine. While
the engine is running or immediately after switching
off the product, do not open the fuel filler cap or add
fuel.
• If fuel overflows, no attempts should be made to start
the engine. Instead, the product must be removed
from the area contaminated with fuel. Do not try to
start the engine until the fuel vapours have evaporat-
ed.
• For safety reasons, the fuel tanks and other fuel caps
must be replaced if damaged.
• Never store fuel near a source of sparks. Always use
a tested canister. Keep fuel away from children.
• Replace defective silencers.
• Prior to use. always perform a visual inspection to
check whether the blade and fastening bolts are worn
out or damaged. To prevent an imbalance, worn out
or damaged blades and bolts may only be replaced in
sets.
Handling:
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely
tightened so that the product is kept in a safe working
condition.
• Never store the product with fuel in the tank inside a
building in which fuel vapours may come into contact
with naked flames or sparks.
• Allow the engine to cool down before parking the
product in enclosed spaces.
• In order to avoid fire hazards, keep the engine, ex-
haust pipe and the area around the fuel tank free of
grass, leaves and leaking grease (oil).
• Regularly check the catch basket for signs of wear
and loss of functionality.
• For safety reasons, replace worn or damaged parts.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, you must do this
outdoors.
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