Greencut GLM1400C Guide D'entretien page 61

OPERATION
STARTING UP
BEFORE MOWING
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Always wear suitable clothing, never loose-fitting clothing. You could get caught in the cutting tool.
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Wear suitable footwear. Also protect your legs (e.g. long trousers) and hands (gloves).
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Check the place where the machine is to be used and remove all elements that could get caught and ejected.
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Check that the connecting line and cable installed on the outside of the mower are not damaged or aged
(brittle).
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Only use it if it is in perfect condition.
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Have the cable repaired only by a qualified person. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, your service agent or similarly qualified persons to avoid hazards.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and
other foreign objects.
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Before using the mower, always visually inspect the blades, blade bolts and mower assembly to make sure
they are not worn or damaged.
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Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
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Periodically check the grass catcher for wear or deformation.
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Check the power cord before using the equipment. If the rubber cover of the power cord is broken or its
metal conductor is exposed to air, replace the power cord immediately to avoid the risk of electric shock.
STARTING AND STOPPING
CONNECTING TO THE POWER SUPPLY
Warning: Before connecting to the mains, always check that the switch is in the off position. Connect the plug to
the RCD-protected power supply.
STARTING UP
Caution: Do not start the mower when it is in long grass.
1. Press the safety button (A) on the switch unit.
2. Pull the switch lever (B) against the bar.
3. Hold the switch lever while releasing the safety button.
4. To stop the mower, release the lever and the mower will automatically return to the starting position.
A
B
WHEN MOWING THE LAWN
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Only start the engine when your feet are a safe distance from the cutting tools.
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Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine, unless it is necessary to tilt the mower to start it. In this case,
do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part that is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating position before returning the appliance to the ground.
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Avoid using the appliance on wet grass, where possible.
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Respect the safety distance indicated by the guide rails.
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Always be sure to keep your balance on slopes.
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Walk, never run.
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In the case of rotary mowers with wheels, mow along the surface of slopes, never up and down.
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Use extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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Do not cut excessively steep slopes.
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Be very careful when reversing or pulling the machine towards you.
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Stop the blades if it is necessary to tilt the machine for transport when crossing surfaces other than grass and
when transporting the machine to and from the area to be mowed.
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Never operate the appliance with defective guards or shields, or without safety devices, e.g. deflectors and/
or grass catchers, in place.
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Start the engine according to the instructions and with your feet well away from the blades. Do not place
hands or feet near or under rotating parts. On rotary mowers, stand clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
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Never lift or carry an appliance while the engine is running.
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Unplug the machine before clearing blockages or unclogging the chute, before checking, cleaning or
working on the machine and after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the machine.
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If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately), always cut slopes at right angles to the slope;
never cut up or down.
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Caution: Do not touch the cutters in operation.
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Never open the protective flap while the engine is still running.
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