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5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
5.1 LAWN MOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
LAWN MOWERS ADDITIONAL SAFETY
Warning:
Keep bystanders away.
The engine shall be stopped before carrying out adjustment, cleaning or maintenance.
Read user instructions before operating this machine.
The lawn mower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.
Caution: Do not touch rotating blade.
Beware of blades. Blades continue to rotate after the motor is switched off. Use ear protection
as appropriate.
Never operate the mower if you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication
that may impair your vision, judgement or coordination.
The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so
makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the
rotating blade. The blade control handle must operate easily in both directions and automatically
return to the disengaged position when released.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR PEDESTRIAN-CONTROLLED ROTARY
LAWN MOWERS.
1. Training.
– Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the equipment.
– Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower,
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
– Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
2. Preparation.
– While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
– Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which
can be thrown by the machine.
WARNING Petrol is highly flammable:
– store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose;
– refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling;
– add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while
the engine is running or when the engine is hot;
– if petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area
of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated;
– replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
– Replace faulty silencers.
– 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.
– On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
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