Machine Overview; For Your Safety - Viking MB 545.0 Manuel D'utilisation

continues to run. This function allows the
user to use the mower's self-propulsion
after the blade has stopped. Moreover, the
grass catcher box can be emptied,
for example, without having to start the
engine again.
Risk of injury!
Never reach into the
working area of the
blade when the engine
is running.
Stop the engine, allow
the blade to come to a
complete standstill and
detach the spark plug
socket before touching
the blade.
In order to prevent injuries or damage to
the machine, ensure that you are familiar
with operation of the BBC system prior to
initial use.
Note the section "Blade brake clutch
(BBC)". ( 11.)

4. Machine overview

1 Upper handlebar with controls (
2 Handlebar brace
3 Recoil starter rope
4 Rotary handle
5 Discharge flap
6 Identification plate
7 Engine
8 Spark plug socket
9 Carrying handle
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10 Housing
11 Skirting protector
12 Cutting height indicator
13 Central cutting height adjustment
14 Rotary handle for handlebar height
adjustment
15 Grass catcher box
16 Level indicator
17 Battery (MB 545 VE)
18 Mulch insert (MB 545 VM)
19 Lawn roller (MB 545 VR)

5. For your safety

5.1 General
These safety regulations must
be observed when working with
the machine.
Read the entire instruction
manual before using the
machine for the first time. Keep
the instruction manual in a safe
place for future reference.
Observe the operating and maintenance
instructions contained in the separate
engine instruction manual.
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These safety precautions are essential for
9.2)
your safety, however the list is not
exhaustive. Always use the machine in a
reasonable and responsible manner and
be aware that the user is responsible for
accidents involving third parties or their
property.
Make sure that you are familiar with the
controls and use of the machine.
The machine must only be used by
persons who have read the instruction
manual and are familiar with operation of
the machine. The user should seek expert
and practical instruction prior to initial
operation. The user must receive
instruction on safe use of the machine
from the vendor or another expert.
During this instruction, the user should be
made aware that the utmost care and
concentration are required for working with
the machine.
Risk of death from suffocation!
Packaging material is not a toy -
danger of suffocation! Keep
packaging material away from
children.
Only give or lend the machine, including
any accessories, to persons who are
familiar with this model and how to operate
it. The instruction manual forms part of the
machine and must always be provided to
persons borrowing it.
The machine must only be operated by
persons who are well rested and in good
physical and mental condition. If your
health is impaired, you should consult your
doctor to determine whether working with
the machine is possible. The machine
should not be operated after the
consumption of alcohol, drugs or
medications which impair reactions.
Children, persons with impaired physical,
sensory or mental faculties or those
lacking the appropriate experience, or
persons who are not familiar with the
instructions, must never be allowed to use
the machine.
Never allow children under the age of 16 to
use the machine. Local regulations may
specify a minimum age for users.
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