Elem Garden Technic TDTAC41T-CC99 Instructions D'origine page 63

• For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the
face of slopes, never up and down.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
• Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the lawn mower towards you.
• Stop the blade(s) if the lawn mower has to be
tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass, and when transporting the
lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed.
• Never operate the lawn mower with defective
guards, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspend the engine.
• Disengage all blade and drive clutches before
starting the engine.
• Start the engine carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade(s).
• Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the
engine.
• Do not start the engine when standing in front
of the discharge chute.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the
engine is running.
• 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:
- before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
lawn mower;
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn
mower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the lawn mower;
- if lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately).
• 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 lawn mower;
- before refueling.
• Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut
down and, if the engine is provided with a
shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion
of mowing.
• Only use the lawn mower for the purpose for
which it is designed, for cutting and collecting
grass. Any other use can be hazardous, causing
damage to the machine.
Maintenance and storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never store the equipment with petrol in the
tank inside a building where fumes can reach an
open flame or spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer, battery compartment and petrol
storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease.
• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be
done outdoors.
Do not touch rotating blade.
Refuel in a well ventilated
area with the engine stopped.
63
WARNING
WARNING