EN 19HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5. HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.1 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
The machine must only be used for the purpose for
which it was designed (cutting and collection of grass).
Do not tamper with or remove the safety devices fitted to the machine.
REMEMBER THAT THE USER IS ALWAYS RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE
AND INJURIES TO OTHERS. Before using the machine:
– read the general safety regulations (
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1.2), paying particular attention
to driving and cutting on slopes;
– carefully read the instructions for use, become familiar with the controls
and on how to quickly stop the blades and engine;
– never put your hands or feet next to or beneath the rotating parts and
always keep away from the discharge opening.
Do not use the machine when in a precarious state of health or under the
effect of medicines or other substances that can reduce your reflex
actions and your ability to concentrate. It is the user's responsibility to
assess the potential risk of the area where work is to be carried out, as
well as to take all the necessary steps to ensure his own safety and that
of others, particularly on slopes or rough, slippery and unstable ground.
Do not leave the machine stopped on highgrass with the engine running
to avoid the risk of starting a fire.
This machine must not be used on slopes greater than
10° (17%) (
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5.5).
All the references relating to the positions of controls are
those described in chapter 4.
5.2 WHY THE SAFETY DEVICES CUT IN
The safety devices work in two ways:
– by preventing the engine from starting if all the safety requirements have not
been met;
IMPORTANT
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WARNING!
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DANGER!
