Owner`s manual

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Hazards
The following safety precautions must be strictly observed to avoid the risk of damage or
personal injury.
• Donotsmokewhileoperatingorrefuellingthemower.Neveraddfuelorremovethefuelcap
while the engine is running or hot. If the fuel is spilt, do not start the engine. Move the mower
away from the area of the spill. Do not create any source of ignition until the fuel vapours have
dissipated.
• Checkallfastenersregularly.Alwaysensurethatthemowerisinsafeoperatingcondition.
Use genuine spare parts only.
• Donotoperatethemowerinconfinedspaceswhereexhaustfumes(carbonmonoxide)can
collect.
• Stoptheenginewheneveryouleavethemower,evenifonlyforamoment.
• Stoptheenginewhenemptyingthegrasscatcher.Nevertrytocleargrassfrominsidethe
mower while the engine is running.
• Neverlift,carryortiltthemowerwhentheengineisrunning.
• Bystandersmustbeatleast15metresawayduringoperationofthemower,asrocksand
other materials may be thrown at high velocities. Switch the unit off immediately if approached.
• Neverusethemowerunlessthegrasscatcherand/ortherearflaparecorrectlyassembledand
fitted.
Personal Safety Equipment
Recommended safety equipment to wear when working with your lawnmower:
A set of ear muffs.
A pair of protective gloves.
A pair of safety boots.
Eye protection.