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• Do not tilt the machine when starting or switching on the motor, except if the machine has to
be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and tilt only the
part which is away from the operator.
• Do not use the machine with damaged safety devices or screens or with missing, modified or
disabled safety systems. Do not work with machine that is damaged, incomplete, or has been
modified without the authorisation of the manufacturer.
• The lawnmower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or self-closing
discharge opening guard in place. Keep away from the ejection hole at all times.
• Always keep the grass ejection hole clean and clear. Remove cut material only when the
equipment is stopped.
• Do not alter or tamper with any sealed adjustment for the engine speed control. Do not change
the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed
can increase the risk of personal injury.
• Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine.
• Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s).
• The safety distance produced by the long handle must be maintained at all times.
• Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine.
• Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.
• When starting the engine - you should always stand firm.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
• Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running.
• Do not leave the equipment unattended in the workplace.
• Stop and switch off the machine, when leaving the operation stand. Wait till all moving parts
stop and if it is necessary ensure the machine before moving.
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key:
- Whenever you leave the lawn mower.
- Before refueling.
- Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute.
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower.
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the lawn mower.
- If lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
• Reduce the throttle lever to the "min" (idle) during engine shut down and, if the engine is
provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
• comply with the national / municipal regulations concerning the times when the mower may
be used (if required, contact your local authority).
• Before using, 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.
Use only original spare parts.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Property maintained lawn mower with sharp and
unused blades ensure clean cut and it will not get clogged.
• Use only spare parts and components, which the manufacturer delivers and recommends. The
use of non-genuine parts can damage the machine and injure the operators.
• Do not attempt to repair the device yourself. Any work not listed in this manual mAy BE
PERFORmED ONLy By AUTHORIZED SERVIcE cENTRES.
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