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– being driven too fast;
– inadequate braking;
– the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;
– lack of awareness of the effect of ground conditions, especially
slopes;
8) The machine is equipped with a series of safety microswitches
and devices which must never be removed, altered or tampered
with. Removing these devices invalidates the warranty and the
manufacturer declines any responsibility.
B) PREPARATION
1) While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals.
2) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used
and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine
(stones, sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.)
3) WARNING: DANGER! - Engine fuel is highly flammable:
– store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose;
– refuel using a funnel and outdoors only. Do not smoke while
refuelling or whenever handling the fuel;
– add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the
fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the
engine is hot;
– if fuel 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 the fuel has evaporated and the fumes
dispersed;
– replace caps of all fuel tanks and containers securely.
4) Replace faulty silencers.
5) Before using, always carry out a visual inspection, particularly
of the blade, seeing that the screws and cutter assembly are not
worn or damaged. Replace a worn or damaged blade and screws
as a set to preserve balance.
6) Before mowing, attach the discharge opening guards (grass-
catcher or stone-guard).
C) OPERATION
1) Do not operate the engine in a confined space where danger-
ous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
3) Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
4) Before starting the engine, disengage the blade, shift the gear
lever ( for mechanical transmission) or the speed change lever
( for hydrostatic transmission) into neutral and engage the park-
ing brake.
5) Do not use on slopes of more than 10° (17%).
6) Remember there is no such thing as a “safe” slope. Travel on
grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against overturning:
– it is advisable to use a front counterweight (supplied on
request);
– do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill;
– engage clutch slowly, always keep the machine in gear ( for
mechanical transmission) or engage the speed change lever
slowly both for forward and reverse movement ( for hydro-
static transmission), especially when travelling downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight
turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards;
– never mow across the face of the slope.
7) Stop the blade rotating and put the cutting deck into the high-
est position before crossing surfaces other than grass.
8) Never use the machine to cut grass if the guards are defective,
or without the stone-guard and/or grass-catcher in place.
9) Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the
engine.
10) Before leaving the operator’s position:
– disengage the blade;
– change into neutral ( for mechanical transmission) or make
sure that the speed change lever has returned to the neutral
position ( for hydrostatic transmission) and engage the park-
ing brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
11) Disengage the blade, stop the engine and remove key:
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