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6
EN
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you last
saw them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other
than the operator.
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the
area.
3.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
4. Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block
your view of a child.
IV. SERVICE
GENERAL SERVICE
1. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
2. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
3. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up.
4. If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect
the machine. Repair, if necessary, before
starting.
5. Never make any adjustments or repairs with the
motor running.
6. Always unplug electric mowers before adjusting,
cleaning, or repairing.
7. Check grass catcher components and the
discharge guard frequently and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts, when
necessary.
8. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
9. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels,
as necessary.
Safe operation practices for walk-behind mowers
1. Safety Instructions
1.1 Training
a) Read the operating and service instruction
manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
b) Never allow children to operate a power mower.
c)
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
d) Do not use a mower for any job except that for
which it is intended.
1.2 Preparation
a) Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
b) Do not operate the equipment when barefoot
or wearing sandals. Always wear substantial
footwear.
c) Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or
drive clutch on units so equipped before starting
the motor.
d) Never attempt to make a wheel height
adjustment while the motor is running.
e) Mow only in daylight or in good articial light.
f) Never operate the equipment on wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing. Keep a rm hold
on the handle and walk, never run.
1.3 Operation
a) Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
b) Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives,
walks, or roads.
c) After striking a foreign object, stop the motor,
unplug, thoroughly inspect the mower for
any damage, and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the mower.
d) If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the motor and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally
a warning of trouble.
e) Stop the motor and unplug whenever you leave
the equipment, before cleaning the mower
housing, and before making any repairs or
inspections.
f) Shut the motor off and wait until the blade comes
to a complete stop before removing the grass
catcher or before unclogging the chute.
g) Mow across the face of slopes, never up
and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes. Do
not mow excessively steep slopes.
h) Never operate the mower without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective devices
in place.
i) Do not wash with a hose, avoid getting water in
motor and electrical connections.
1.4 Maintenance
a) Check the blade and the motor mounting
bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness.
b) Keep al nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure
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