General Safety Rules
3.6
3.6.1
Before Use
WARNING
Do not start the engine indoors or at a place not
ventilated well. Concentrated harmful carbon monoxide
will cause gas poisoning.
Confirm that parts are firmly assembled. Especially, check the blade
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carefully.
(See Section 9.7)
Adjust the height of the handle to avoid uncomfortable posture.
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Use this machine at ambient temperatures between 5°C and 40°C.
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Failure to use this machine within this temperature range may result
in malfunction, breakdown, or accident.
Inspection of the mowing area and the need remove to foreign objects
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which may be thrown by the machine (stones, toys, sticks, wires, etc...).
Wear a long sleeve cloth and long trousers not loose.
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Do not use the machine with bare foot or with sandals on.
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Do not use the machine after you drink alcohol or take a medicine or
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when you feel unhealthy because of a cold, etc.
Do not work for a long time under hot weather.
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Do not use lawn mower when there is a risk for lightning.
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Please operate in a comfortable working position and take a rest
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time to time.
Operate the unit only at reasonable hours, i.e. not early in the
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morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply
with time listed in local ordinances.
WARNING
Risk of damaging hearing
In normal conditions of use, this unit may involve a daily level of personal
exposure to noise for the operator equal to or greater than.
85 dB(A)
WARNING
Prolonged use of the unit may result in vibration-induced circulation
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roblems in the hands ("white finger disease").
No general recommendation can be given for the length of usage
because it depends on several factors.
The period of usage is prolonged by:
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- Hand protection (wearing warm gloves)
- Work breaks
The period of usage is shortened by:
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- Any personal tendency to suffer from poor circulation (symptoms:
frequently cold fingers, tingling sensation)
- Low outside temperatures
- Amount of gripping force (holding the unit tightly restricts circulation)
Users who use the unit periodically or for long periods or users who
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repeatedly experience corresponding symptoms (e.g., tingling
sensation in fingers), should undergo a medical examination.
3.6.2
During Use
WARNING
Do not insert your foot or hand from the gap under the housing.
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(See Section 4.2)
Do not allow any child to step into the mowing area.
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Always stop the engine and remove the ignition plug when attaching
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or detaching the grass bag or adjusting the mowing height.
If you have noticed abnormal vibration, sound, or smell during use
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or hit some hard object such as a stone, immediately stop the
engine and remove and check the ignition plug.
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If your unit is subjected to unusually high loads for which it was not designed
(e.g. heavy impact or a fall), always check that it is in good condition before
continuing work – see also "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE".
Do not allow any other persons to get close to the machine. Always
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stop the blade if other person approaches.
Do not plug the outlet of the muffler.
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Take special caution when mowing grass on undulating terrain.
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The lawn mower may incline, making the blade visible and kicking
about grass and stones.
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When using on a slope, mow across it. Never mow upward along the slope.
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Take special caution when changing the mowing direction on a slope.
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Do not use the machine on a steep slope.
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Use the machine in the bright daytime or under sufficiently bright lighting.
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Do not use the machine for wet grass. Otherwise, you may slip and fall.
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Firmly grab the handle with both hands and watch your step.
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Never run while using the machine.
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Release (disengage) the drive clutch lever and the blade lever when
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starting the engine.
Do not access the rotating parts with your hand or foot when
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operating the mower.
Do not lift the machine while the engine is working.
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Do not use the machine with the guard removed or open.
Always stop the engine when leaving the machine unattended.
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Always stop the blade when not using the machine while you move
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to other mowing area.
3.6.3
After Use
After use, remove the grass or refuse from the machine and check for
lost parts or abnormalities.
3.6.4
Inspection and Maintenance
WARNING
Do not start the engine indoors or at a place not ventilated well.
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Concentrated harmful carbon monoxide will cause gas
poisoning.
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When performing inspection, maintenance, repair, or cleaning,
stop the engine and remove the plug cap.
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Wear eye protectors when grinding the blade.
Wear leather gloves when checking the blade.
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Take caution not to get burnt when removing the plug cap.
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Service the engine after it has cooled down.
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Take caution not to spill gasoline or oil when leaning this machine.
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If spilt, immediately wipe off with a rag.
Do not use this machine if there are some tears or damages.
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Do not repair parts. Instead, exchange them.
Use only the parts specified by us. Also, use only the blade specified by us.
Parts of an unequal quality, if used, may damage the machine and
impair safety.
3.6.5
Transportation by Car
WARNING
Stop the engine.
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Fix this machine with ropes so that its handle does not project
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from the loading platform.
When using a running board for loading or unloading of the
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machine, use one with sufficient strength, width, and length,
and skids and hooks.
Do not lift this machine by yourself. Lift it by two workers.
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Wear slip-less gloves.
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Avoid jack-rabbit starts, rapid acceleration, and quick stops
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when driving a car.
3.6.6
Engine
See the separate engine instruction manual for the information on
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the engine.
Stop the engine by setting the throttle lever to "
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with the lever at "
" position.
3.6.7
Others
WARNING
Keep the machine out of reach of children.
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Do not modify this lawn mower.
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Do not use the machine for any purpose other than mowing a lawn.
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Do not accumulate any flammable refuse such as grass on the
engine (to prevent a fire) since it becomes hot.
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Adjust the mowing height after stopping the engine.
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Put this machine on a flat place when leaving it unattended or
servicing it.
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" if it does not stop