Have any damaged or defective parts
u
repaired or replaced by an authorised
repair agent.
Never attempt to remove or replace
u
any parts other than those specified in
this manual.
Be careful during adjustment of the
u
mower to prevent entrapment of the
fingers between moving blades/parts
and fixed parts of the machine.
When servicing the blades be aware
u
that, even though the power source
is switched off, the blades can still be
moved.
Additional safety instructions for
lawn mowers
Firmly grip handle with both hands
u
when operating the lawn mower.
If at any time it is felt necessary to tilt
u
the lawn mower, make sure that both
hands remain in the operating position
while the lawn mower is tilted. Keep
both hands in the operating position
until the lawn mower is returned to rest
correctly on the ground.
Never wear radio or music head-
u
phones while operating the lawn
mower.
Never attempt to make a wheel height
u
adjustment while the motor is running
or while the safety key is in the switch
housing.
If the lawn mower stalls, release bail
u
bar to turn mower off, wait for blade to
stop, before attempting to unclog the
chute or remove anything from under
the deck.
Keep hands and feet away from cut-
u
ting area.
Keep blades sharp. Always use protec-
u
tive gloves when handling the lawn
mower blade.
(Original instructions)
If you are using the grass collector,
u
check it frequently for wear and dete-
rioration. If excessively worn, replace
with a new grass collector for your
safety.
Use extreme caution when reversing
u
or pulling the lawn mower towards you.
Do not put hands or feet near or under
u
the lawn mower. Keep clear of the
discharger opening at all times.
Clear the area where the lawn mower
u
is to be used of objects such as rocks,
sticks, wire, toys, bones etc., which
could be thrown by the blade.
Objects struck by the blade can cause
severe injury to persons. Stay behind
the handle when the motor is running.
Do not operate the lawn mower
u
barefooted or while wearing sandals.
Always wear substantial footwear.
Do not pull lawn mower backward un-
u
less absolutely necessary. Always look
down and behind before and while
moving backward.
Never direct discharged material
u
toward anyone. Avoid discharging
material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the
operator. Release the bail bar to turn
the lawn mower off and stop the blade
when crossing gravel surfaces.
Do not operate the lawn mower
u
without the entire grass collector,
discharge guard, rear guard, or other
safety protective devices in place and
working. Periodically check all guards
and safety protective devices to
ensure they are in good working order
and will operate properly and perform
their intended function. Replace a
damaged guard or other safety device
before further use.
Never leave a running lawn mower
u
unattended.
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