Snapper RTX102 Manual Do Utilizador página 72

! Remedy all defects before further use. Before starting work, thoroughly check that the belts are tensioned, the blades are sharp
and that the area inside the mowing deck is clear.
2.1.4 WHILE OPERATING THE MOWER
! The mower must not be used for work on slopes that have an incline greater than 12° (21%).
! Transport of other passengers, animals or loads directly on the mower is forbidden. Transport of loads is only permitted on trailers
approved by the mower's manufacturer.
! Even when leaving the mower for a short time, always remove the key from the ignition.
! If you are driving the mower away from the work area where you are mowing, always disengage the mowing deck and lift it to the
transport position.
! When travelling, firmly hold the steering wheel with both hands. Pay particular attention when travelling over grass areas and
other uneven locations – the steering wheel may spontaneously turn as a result of impacts with holes, bumps, impacts, etc.
! Always attentively watch the area in front of the mower. Be especially careful of obstacles so that you can avoid them in time.
Carefully watch out for recesses (holes) in the terrain and other hidden hazardous locations. It is easy to overlook obstacles in tall
grass. Always travel at an appropriate speed.
! Pay special attention in broken terrain such as bushes, trees and similar obstacles behind which there could be other people, in
particular children or animals.
! When an unauthorised person enters the area being mowed, immediately stop the the mower and turn off the mowing deck.
! Do not mow near piles of material, holes or banks. The riding mower may suddenly roll over if the wheel goes over the edge of
a hole, trench or an edge that may collapse.
! When working, avoid mole mounds, concrete supports, tree stumps, garden bed and footpath kerbs, which must not come into
contact with the blades and so cause damage to the mowing deck and the mower's mechanism.
! Always try to drive around hidden objects such as lawn sprinklers, stakes, water valves, foundations, electrical cables, etc. that
are buried in the grass turf. Never ride over these objects.
! In the event of an impact into a rigid object, stop and turn off the mowing deck and engine and inspect the entire mower, particularly
the steering mechanism. If necessary perform repairs before starting up the engine again.
! Whenever possible avoid using the mower in wet grass. Reduced traction may lead to skidding.
! Avoid obstacles (e.g. sudden change in the incline of a slope, ditches, etc.) on which the mower could roll over.
! Do not attempt to maintain the stability of the mower by stepping on the ground.
! Only use the mower in daylight hours or with good artificial lighting.
! Do not work with the mower during rain, during a storm and especially when there is a risk of a lightning strike. Lightning can
cause serious injury or death. Do not use the mower when a storm is approaching and lightning flashes can be seen or thunder
can be heard, find safe shelter.
! Driving the mower on public roads is not permitted.
! Do not leave the engine running in closed areas. The exhaust fumes contain substances that are odourless but are fatally
poisonous.
! Do not put your hands or legs underneath the mowing deck cover. Never put any part of your body near the rotating or moving
parts of the mower. Do not attempt to use your hands or other temporary items to stop or slow down moving cutting blades!
! Do not start the engine without an exhaust pipe.
! Always pay full attention to driving and other activities performed with the mower. The most common causes of loss of control
over the mower are for example:
- Loss of wheel traction.
- Excessive speed, not adjusting speed to current conditions and terrain properties.
- Sudden breaking where the wheels lock up.
- Using the mower for purposes for which is was not designed.
2.1.5 AFTER FINISHING WORK WITH THE MOWER
! Always park the mower on a level surface. Before getting off the mower, ensure that it has come to a complete stop. Keep in
mind that the mowing blades will continue rotating several seconds after the engine is turned off before coming to a stop. Always
maintain the mower and its accessories clean and in good technical condition.
! The rotating blades are sharp and may cause injuries. Whenever handing the blades always use protective gloves or wrap the
blades.
! Regularly check the nuts and bolts securing the blades so that they are tightened with the appropriate amount of torque (
! Pay special attention to lock nuts. After the nut is loosened a second time its locking capability is reduced and therefore it needs
to be replaced with a new one.
! Regularly inspect all components and if necessary replace those that need to be replaced based on the manufacturer's recommendations.
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