Prior To Mowing; During Start-Up; Handling - Solo 546 Instructions D'utilisation

Safety guidelines

6.4 Prior to mowing

Check the area completely prior to mowing and during mowing. Remove any foreign matter such as
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pebbles, stones, wooden pieces, bones, etc. prior to mowing.
Never mow without sturdy shoes and without wearing long pants. Never mow bare-footed or with
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open-toe sandals.
Attach the ejection shield and the grass catching device. Make certain that these are properly secured.
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It is prohibited to use the mower without the ejection shield or with a damaged shield.
Check the mower for
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a) secure fit of fastening parts,
b) damage or severe wear and tear.
Observe installation hints and specified torque when replacing parts.
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Check the grass catching device frequently for wear and tear.
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Lawn mowers with 4-cycle engine need to be serviced with engine oil prior to first-time usage (observe
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the hints in the separate engine owners manual).
Check the oil level prior to each mowing and refill oil if necessary.
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6.5 During start-up

The drive has to be disengaged when starting a self-propelled drive roller mower.
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The mower needs to be positioned on level ground when starting.
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Do not start-up in deep grass.
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When starting mower it is important that feet are away from the cutting unit.
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Never place hands or feet near moving parts. Be careful that neither hands nor feet will be caught
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below the deck.

6.6 Handling

Do not run the engine in enclosed areas where dangerous exhaust fumes may collect. Danger of
poisoning!
The engine/exhaust becomes very hot: Do not touch!
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Always position yourself firmly on the ground when mowing on a slope.
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Move at a walking pace when mowing.
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Mow diagonally on a slope, never in a straight upward or downward motion.
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Be especially careful when changing directions on a slope.
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Be especially careful when turning mower around or when pulling mower towards you.
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Do not walk backwards with the mower. Danger of stumbling. Avoid walking backwards.
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Avoid abnormal body positions. Assure solid positioning on the ground, and at all times, keep your
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balance.
Always keep sufficient distance which is established by the length of the handle.
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Turn off engine and remove spark plug cap,
Prior to checking the mower,
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prior to removing blockages of ejected material,
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or prior to cleaning the mower and for other maintenance work, and
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when you mount the Assembly mulching Set
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when the mower is temporarily left alone,
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when the mower is lifted or tilted during transport.
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Turn engine off when,
Opening the ejection shield and when removing grass catching device,
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when removing the upper handle section from the lower handle section,
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when pushing mower outside the lawn,
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when the cutting height is to be adjusted,
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prior to refueling.
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when crossing areas other than grass
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when transporting the mower to or from the grass area
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