d)
Walk, never run.
e)
Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
f)
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
g)
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
h)
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine towards you.
i)
Stop the blade(s) if the machine has to be tilted for transportation when crossing
surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the machine to and from the
area to be used.
j)
Never operate the machine with defective guards or shields, or without safety
devices, for example deflectors and/or grass collector, in place.
k)
Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away
from the blade(s).
l)
Do not tilt the machine when switching on the motor, except if the machine has to
be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and
lift only the part, which is away from the operator.
m) Do not start the machine when standing in front of the discharge opening.
n)
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
o)
Do not transport the machine while the power source is running.
p)
Stop the machine, and remove plug from the socket. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop.
Stop the machine, and remove the disabling device. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop.
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whenever you leave the machine,
•
before clearing blockages or unclogging chute,
•
before checking, cleaning or working on the machine,
• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the machine; if the machine starts to
vibrate abnormally (check immediately)
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inspect for damage,
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replace or repair any damaged parts,
•
check for and tighten any loose parts.
4)
Maintenance and storage
a)
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the machine is in safe working
condition.
b)
Check the grass collector frequently for wear or deterioration.
c)
On machines with multi blade, take care as rotating one blade can cause other
blades to rotate
d)
Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent entrapment of the fingers
between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
e)
Always allow the machine to cool down before storing
f)
When servicing the blades be aware that, even though the power source is
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