Safety Instructions; Safety Labels - Honda Power Equipment izy Serie Manual De Instrucciones

Failling to comply with these safety instructions may lead to serious bodily injury or damage to the equipment.Please read carefully the safety instructionsblo-
before operating the machine.
TRAINING
A1. Read the instructions carefully before using the mower. Be familiar with the
controls and their proper use before using the equipment. Know how to stop.
The engine rapidly.
A2. Use the mower for the purpose it is intended for, that is mowing and collecting
grass. Any other use could be dangerous or damage the equipment.
A3. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
lawn mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
A4. Never mow when:¨People, especially children or pets are nearby. User is
under medication or has swallowed substances known to affect judgement or
reactions.
A5. Keep in mind that the owner or user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
PREPARATION
B1. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals.
B2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove
all objects which may be thrown by the machine (stones, branches, wires,
bones, etc...).
B3. WARNING ! Petrol is highly flammable.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
Refuel outdoors only, before starting the engine and do not smoke while
refuelling or handling fuel.
Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot.
If petrol 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
petrol vapours have dissipated.
Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
Before tipping the lawn mower to maintain the blade or drain oil, remove fuel
from tank.
B4. Replace faulty silencers.
B5. Before use, always visually inspect the machine, especially to see that the
blades, blade screws and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged blades and screws in sets to preserve balance
OPERATION
C1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes can collect.
C2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
C3. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
C4. While mowing, always keep the safety distance to the blade, which is
provided by the handle length.
C5. Walk, never run. Do not let yourself be pulled by the mower.
C6. Always be sure of your footing on slopes. Mow across the face of slopes,
never up and down.
C7. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
C8. Do not mow slopes of more than 20°.
C9. Use extreme caution when pulling the lawn mower towards you.
C10. Stop the blade 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.
1. Warning: Read the owner's manual before using the mower.
2. Risk of projections: Keep third persons away from the area during use.
3. Risk of cuts. Rotating blade: Do not put hands or feet inside the blade
enclosure. Disconnect the spark plug cap before performing any operation
of maintenance or repairs.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

C11. Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards or housings, or without
safety devices such as deflectors and/or grass catchers.
C12. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
C13. Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine.
C14. Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away
from the blade.
C15. Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine. Start the mower on a
level surface, free of high grass or obstacle.
C16. Keep hands and feet away from the rotating parts. Do not start the engine
when standing in front of the discharge opening.
C17. Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running.
C18. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap in the following cases:
Before any operation under the cutter housing or the discharge tunnel
Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower.
After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn mower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the lawn mower again.
If lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally. Check immediately the cause of
the vibration and perform the necessary repair.
C19. Stop the engine in the following cases:
Whenever you leave the lawn mower unattended.
Before refuelling.
C20. Close the fuel shut-off valve by turning the fuel shut-off valve.
MAINTENANCE, STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
D1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition. Regular maintenance is an essential aid to user's safety
and retaining a high level of performance.
D2. Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building when
vapours may reach an open flame, spark or high temperature source.
D3. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
D4. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the mower, especially the engine and
silencer, the petrol storage area as well, free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease. Do not leave containers of vegetable matters in or near a building.
D5. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors, with a cold
engine.
D6. Check the grass collecting system frequently for wear or deterioration.
D7. Do not use the machine with worn or damaged parts. Parts must be replaced,
not repaired. Replace worn or damaged parts with HONDA genuine parts.
Blades must always bear the mark Honda and the reference number. Non
equivalent quality parts may damage the machine and be prejudicial to your
safety.
D8. Wear thick gloves when removing or installing the blade, or when cleaning
the cutter housing. When tightening or loosening the blade screws, use a
wooden block to prevent the blade from rotating.
D9. Always make sure the correct balance of the blade when sharpening.
D10. It is advisable to use a loading platform or to seek the help of another person
when loading or unloading the mower.
When the mower is transported, make sure that it is in the horizontal position,
close the fuel shutoff cock, disconnect the spark plug and secure the
appliance with straps

SAFETY LABELS

Honda France Manufacturing S.A.S.
Rue des Châtaigniers - Pôle 45
45140 Ormes France
IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE
4. Acoustic power level according to the directive 2000/14/EC
5. Conformity mark, according to the 89/392/EEC modified directive
6. Nominale power in kilowatt
7. Recommended engine speed in rpm
8. Masse in Kilograms
9. Year of manufacture
10. Serial number
11. Model - Type
12. Name and address of the manufacturer