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m CAUTION
When using the equipment, a few safety precautions
must be observed to avoid injuries and damage.
Please read the complete operating instructions and
safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in
a safe place, so that the information is available at all
times. If you give the equipment to any other person,
hand over these operating instructions and safety
regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for
damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to
follow these instructions and the safety instructions.
The following must not use the machine:
Children and other people who do are not familiar
with the operating manual (local stipulations may
specify a minimum age for users).
People under the influence of alcohol, drugs and
medication, as well as those who are tired or ill.
1. Safety instructions for handoperated lawn
mowers
Note
• Read the directions with due care. Familiarize
yourself with the settings and proper operation of
the machine.
Never allow children or other persons who are not
familiar with the operating instructions to use the
mower. Contact your local governmental agency
for information regarding minimum age require-
ments for operating the mower.
• Never mow in the direct vicinity of persons -
especially children - or animals. Always keep in
mind that the operator is responsible for accidents
involving other persons and/or their property.
• If you give the equipment to any other person, give
them these operating instructions as well.
• Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long
trousers when mowing. Never mow barefoot or in
sandals.
• Check the grounds on which the machine will
be used and remove all objects such us stones,
wires, toys, wood and soo on.
m WARNING
Petrol is highly flammable! Therefore:
• Only store petrol in containers designed to hold
petroleum-based liquids.
• Only refuel out in the open and do not smoke dur-
ing the refueling process.
• Always refuel the lawn mower before starting the
engine. Always ensure that the fuel tank cap is
closed when the engine is running and when the
mower is hot; also do not refuel.
• If petrol has overflowed, do not under any cir-
cumstances attempt to start the engine. Instead,
remove the machine from the affected area. Avoid
starting the engine until the petrol fumes have
completely evaporated.
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• For safety reasons, the petrol tank and other tank
closures must be replaced if they are damaged.
• Replace defective mufflers.
• Before using the mower, visually inspect it to en-
sure that the blade, mounting bolts and the entire
cutting apparatus are in good working order (i.e.
not worn out or damaged). To prevent any imbal-
ance, replace worn out or damaged blades and
mounting bolts as a set only (if applicable).
• Please note that where a mower has more than
one blade, the rotation of one of the blades can
cause the others to rotate as well.
Handling
• Do not let the combustion engine run in enclosed
areas, as dangerous carbon monoxide gas can
build up.
• Only mow in broad daylight or in well-lit conditions.
Avoid using the machine on wet grass as far as
possible.
• Do not use the lawn mower in a thunderstorm -
risk of lightning strike!
• Always maintain good footing on inclines.
• Only operate the machine at a walking pace.
• For machines with wheels: Always mow across
hills i.e. never straight up or straight down.
• Be particularly careful when you change direction
on a slope.
• Do not mow on overly steep inclines.
• Always be extra careful when turning the mower
around and when pulling it towards you.
• Switch off the lawn mower and ensure that the
blade has stopped rotating whenever the mower
has to be tilted for transporting over areas other
than lawns and whenever it has to be moved from
or to the area you want to mow.
• Never use the lawn mower if the blade or safety
grilles are damaged, or without the attached
guards, e.g. deflectors and/or grass catching
devices.
• Do not adjust or overclock the engine speed set-
tings.
• Release the engine brake before you start the
engine.
• Start the engine with care, in accordance with the
manufacturerʼs instructions. Make sure that your
feet are far enough away from the mower blade!
• Do not tilt the lawn mower when you start the
engine unless the mower must raised off of the
ground a little in order to start it. In the latter case,
tilt the mower as little as absolutely necessary and
only raise the side opposite to that of the user.
• Never start the engine while standing in front of
the chute.
• Never move your hands or feet toward or under
any rotating parts. Keep clear of the chute opening
at all times.