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IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator
3. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
5. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals; Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that has hanging cords or
ties.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which can be
thrown by the machine.
7. Before using the mower, 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.
Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
8. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light;
9. For best results avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
10. Always be sure of your footing on slopes
11. Walk and never run with the mower.
12. For wheeled rotary machines: mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
13. Take extra care when changing direction on slopes.
14. Do not attempt to mow excessively steep slopes.
15. Take extra care when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you.
16. Stop the mower blades if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed.
17. Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example deflectors
and/or grass catchers, in place.
18. Start or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blades.
19. Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the motor.
20. Do not start the motor when standing in front of the discharge chute.
21. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts, Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
22. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the motor is running.
23. Stop the motor and disconnect the plug. Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
- whenever you leave the machine;
- before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower;
- after striking a foreign abject. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the lawnmower;
- If lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately);
- inspect for damage;
- replace or repair any damage parts.
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
24. Keep all nuts, blots and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
25. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.
26. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
27. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
28. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
