Scheppach MR230-61 Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 153

• The exhaust gases of the combustion engine are
released into the open in front of the left rear wheel.
When working with the device, ensure that this area
is kept clean at all times and is never covered so that
exhaust gases do not build up.
m Work area safety
• Completely check the terrain where the device will
be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones
and other foreign objects that may be thrown up by
the device. Obstacles (e.g. tree stumps, roots) can
easily be overlooked in the tall grass.
• Therefore, before working with the device, mark all
foreign objects (obstacles) hidden in the lawn that
cannot be removed.
• Look out for depressions (holes) in the terrain and
other non-visible danger spots. Obstacles can easily
be overlooked in the tall grass.
• Use the device with special care when working near
slopes, terrain edges, ditches and dykes. In particu-
lar, ensure that there is sufficient distance to such
danger points.
• Take special care at blind spots, bushes, trees and
other obstacles behind which there may be people,
especially children, or animals.
• Stop the petrol ride-on lawnmower immediately and
turn off the mowing blades if anyone enters the mow-
ing area.
• Always keep an eye on the area in front of the vehi-
cle. Watch out for obstacles so that you can avoid
them in time.
• Before reversing, always check the area behind the
petrol ride-on lawnmower and disengage the attach-
ment device if fitted. Never mow backwards unless
absolutely necessary. When mowing in reverse,
take extra care and thoroughly check the entire area
behind the petrol ride-on lawnmower before starting
to mow.
• When working within a group, you must always let
others know in good time what you intend to do. Ob-
serve the safety distance!
• Before any change of direction, reduce the driving
speed so that the user remains in control of the de-
vice at all times and also so that the petrol ride-on
lawnmower cannot tip over.
• When operating near roads and when crossing traf-
fic routes, attention must be paid to other road users.
• Special care is needed when mowing near roads,
cycle paths and footpaths. Ejected parts can cause
serious injuries and damage.
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m Use of petrol
m Danger to life! Petrol is toxic and highly flam-
mable.
• Only store petrol in containers (canisters) designed
and tested for this purpose. The tank caps must al-
ways be properly screwed on and tightened. Defec-
tive caps must be replaced for safety reasons.
• Keep petrol away from sparks, open flames, per-
manent flames, heat sources and other sources of
ignition. Do not smoke!
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refu-
elling.
• Before refuelling, switch off the combustion engine
and let it cool down.
• Petrol must be filled before starting the combustion
engine. While the combustion engine runs or if the
machine is hot, the fuel cap must not be opened and
petrol must not be filled.
• Open the fuel cap carefully and slowly. Wait for the
pressure to equalise and only then remove the fuel
filler cap completely.
• Use a suitable funnel or filler pipe for refuelling so
that no fuel can spill onto the combustion engine and
housing or lawn.
Do not overfill the fuel tank!
• To leave room for the fuel to expand, never fill the
fuel tank beyond the lower edge of the filling nozzle.
Observe additional information in the combustion
engine user manual.
• If petrol has overflowed, do not start the combustion
engine until the petrol-contaminated area has been
cleaned. Avoid starting the engine until the fuel va-
pours have evaporated (wipe dry).
• Always wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
• If petrol has got on clothing, it must be changed.
• The tank cover must be properly screwed on and
tightened after each refuelling operation. The device
must not be put into operation without the original
tank cover screwed on.
• For safety reasons, check fuel line, fuel tank, fuel
cap and connections regularly for damage, ageing
(brittleness), tight fit and leaks and replace if nec-
essary.
• Only empty the tank outdoors.
• Never use beverage bottles or similar to dispose of
or store operating materials, such as fuel. People,
especially children, could be tempted to drink from it.
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