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WARNING: READ THOROUGHLY THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET BEFORE
EN
USING THE MACHINE. Keep for future reference
SAFETY REGULATIONS
please follow meticulously
A) TRAINING
1) WARNING! Read these instructions carefully before op-
erating the machine. Become acquainted with the controls
and the proper use of the machine. Learn how to stop the
motor quickly. Failure to follow the warnings and instruc-
tions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious inju-
ry. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
2) Never allow children or persons unfamiliar with these in-
structions to use the machine. Local laws can restrict the
minimum age of the operator.
3) This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowl-
edge if they have been given supervision or instructions
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and under-
stand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
4) Never use the lawnmower while people, especially chil-
dren, or pets are nearby.
5) Never use the machine if the user is tired or unwell, or
has taken medicine, drugs, alcohol or any substances
which may slow his reflexes and compromise his judge-
ment.
6) Bear in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or unexpected events occurring to other people
or their property. It is the user's responsibility to assess the
potential risk of the area where work is to be carried out,
and to take all the necessary precautions to ensure his own
safety and that of others, particularly on slopes or rough,
slippery and unstable ground.
7) If the machine is sold or lent to others, make sure that
the operator looks over the user instructions contained in
this manual.
B) PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
1) While using the machine, always wear anti-slip and re-
sistant work footwear and long pants. Do not operate the
machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Avoid
wearing chains, bracelets and clothing that is loose fit-
ting or has hanging cords or ties. Tie hair back if it is long.
Always wear protective earplugs.
2) Thoroughly inspect the entire work area and remove
anything that could be thrown by the machine or dam-
age the cutting unit or motor (stones, branches, iron wire,
bones, etc.).
3) Before using the machine, check its general condition
and in particular:
– the appearance of the cutting means, and check that
the screws and cutting unit are not worn or damaged.
Replace the entire cutting means and all damaged or
worn screws to preserve balance. Any repairs must be
done at a specialised centre.
– Don't force the safety lever as it must move freely; it
should return automatically and rapidly back to the
neutral position, resulting in the stopping of the cutting
means;
4) Before use check the supply cable and extension lead
for signs of damage or aging. If the cable or lead be-
come damaged during use, disconnect the plug from
the mains socket immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE
CABLE BEFORE DISCONNECTING IT FROM THE MAINS
SUPPLY SOCKET. Never use the machine if the power
cable or extension lead are damaged or worn. Damaged
or deteriorated cables may cause contact with energised
parts.
5) Before starting work, always fit the exit guards (grass
catcher, side discharge guard or rear discharge guard).
C) DURING USE
1) Work only in daylight or with good artificial light in good
visibility conditions. Keep persons, children and animals
away from the working area.
2) If possible, avoid mowing wet grass. Avoid working in the
rain and when there is a thunderstorm risk. Do not use the
machine in bad weather conditions, especially when there
is risk of lightening.
3) Do not expose the machine to rain or wet environments.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-
tric shock.
4) Make sure you have a steady foothold on slopes.
5) Never run, always walk; do not let the lawnmower pull
you.
6) Pay special attention when approaching obstacles that
could compromise visibility.
7) Always mow across a slope and never up and down it,
being very careful when changing direction that the wheels
do not hit any obstacles (such as stones, branches, roots,
etc.) that may cause the machine to slide sideways or make
you lose control of it.
8) The machine must not be used on slopes of over 20°, re-
gardless of the mowing direction.
9) Be extremely careful when pulling the lawnmower to-
wards you. Look behind you to make sure there are no ob-
stacles before and during operations in reverse gear.
10) Immobilise the cutting means if the lawnmower must
be inclined for transport, when moving over surfaces other
than grass and when the lawnmower is transported from or
to an area that must be cut.
11) Pay attention to traffic when using the machine near
roads.
12) Never operate the machine with damaged guards or
without the grass catcher, side discharge guards or rear
discharge guards.
13) Be very careful near ravines, ditches or embankments.
14) Ignite the motor carefully following the instructions,
keeping feet away from the cutting means.
15) Keep both hands on the grip during ignition.
16) Do not incline the lawnmower during ignition. Perform
machine ignition on a flat surface without obstacles or high
grass.
17) Never place your hands and feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep away from the discharge opening.
18) Do not lift or transport the lawnmower when the mo-
tor is running.
19) Do not tamper with or disable safety systems.
20) On power-driven models, disengage the wheel drive
before ignition.
21) Use manufacturer-recommended attachments only.
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