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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand the operating instructions before
using the appliance. Familiarise with the control elements
and how to use the appliance properly.
Abide by all the safety measures stated in the service ma-
nual. Act responsibly toward third parties. The operator is
responsible for accidents or risks to third parties.
The appliance may only be operated and maintained by
persons familiarised with it and informed about possible
risks.
Persons over 18 years of age can only work on the appli-
ance. An exception includes youngsters trained in order
to reach knowledge under supervision of the trainer
during occupational education.
Keep children and other persons including animals in a
safe distance when using the appliance.
Despite the observance of the operating instructions there
still may be some hidden residual risks.
DANGER!
This machine's starter unit generates an average sized
electromagnetic field, but it is not however possible to
exclude the possibility of interference on any active or
passive medical devices that operators may be wearing;
this could be risky for their health conditions. All those
using medical devices should always consult their GP, or
the device manufacturer, before using this machine.
WARNING
Wear personal protective equipment.
• Always wear goggles when using the machine.
• Wear ear protectors!
• Wear solid shoes and long trousers.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewels. Hear, clothing and
gloves must be out of reach of moving parts as they
could get caught by the rotating parts. Do not use the
appliance when barefooted or in open sandals.
• Use protective gloves when handling the blades.
Carefully check the terrain where the appliance is going
to be used and remove all objects that could get caught
or thrown off by the appliance such as stones, branches,
wires, animals, etc.
Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not blunt,
worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and
bolts in sets to preserve balance;
Do not use the appliance if you are tired, ill, under influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol drinks or medicaments.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Be careful when going backwards – risk of tripping!
Provide adequate lighting or good lighting conditions
when working with the machine. Poor lighting/light
conditions represent a high safety risk.
Do not use the appliance in bad weather, especially when
there is a risk of storm.
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Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where
feasible;
Walk! Never run!
Make sure your posture is safe, especially on slopes. Do
not cut on too steep slopes. Be particularly careful when
changing travelling direction on slopes.
Always operate rotary machines with wheels at a right
angle to the slope and not up and down.
Pay maximum attention when turning around and pulling
the appliance to you.
Be extremely careful when using the appliance at nearby
garbage dumps, ditches or dykes.
WARNING
Risk of injury
Rotating blades may lead to serious injuries by cutting
or amputating parts of the body.
• Switch the mower off whenever carrying or inclining it or
when being outside a grass area. Wait until all rotating parts
have stopped.
• All protection covers and safety devices must be correct-
ly attached to operate the device.
• Never remove the collection bag when the machine is
being operated.
• Do not start the engine before your feet are in a safe
distance from the cutting tools.
• Do not incline the appliance when being started.
• Do not start the appliance when you are standing in front
of the ejection opening.
• Never touch under the housing body when the engine
is running. Keep a distance from the ejection opening
at all times.
• Avoid any inadvertent starting of the engine. Make sure,
that the control lever is always in 'Start' position when
you pull the starter rope.
• Switch the engine off and remove the socket plug before
any work on the engine. Wait until all rotating parts have
stopped and the appliance has cooled down.
WARNING
Risk of injury
Thrown-off stones or soil may lead to injuries.
• Before mowing, check the area to be mowed for any
undesirable objects.
• Make sure the collection bag is properly suspended.
• Wear safety goggles when working.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make
sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop
and, where a key is fitted remove the key:
• whenever you leave the lawnmower.
• To release a blocked blade.
• Clean the mower or do any other works before checking
the mower.
• Check the machine if working perfectly after catching
an undesirable object. Repairs must be executed before
putting the machine into operation again.
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