Elem Garden Technic TTAC41T99-18 Traduction Des Instructions D'origine page 67

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
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blade.