Safety Regulations - inventiv NV T17051 TH Manuel D'utilisation

1. SAFETY REGULATIONS

TO BE OBSERVED SCRUPULOUSLY
IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE
MACHINE.
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE AND ITS RANGE
OF USE
This machine is a garden equipment, namely a pedestrian
controlled lawnmower.
The machine is essentially composed of a motor which
drives a blade enclosed in a casing, equipped with wheels
and a handle. The operator is able to operate the machine
and use the main controls, always staying behind the handle
at a safe distance from the rotating blade. If the operator
leaves the machine, the motor and blade will stop within a
few seconds.
Intended use
This machine was designed and manufactured for cutting
(and collecting) grass in gardens and grassy areas, in areas
in proportion to its cutting capacity, done by a pedestrian
operator. The presence of accessories or specific devices
can prevent cut grass from being collected or produce a
mulching effect, depositing cut grass on the ground.
Improper use
Any other usage may be hazardous and harm persons and/
or damage things. Examples of improper use may include,
but are not limited to:
– transporting persons, children or animals on the machine;
– letting oneself be transported by the machine;
– using the machine to tow or push loads;
– using the machine for leaf or debris collection;
– using the machine to trim hedges, or for cutting vegetation
other than grass;
– use of the machine by more than one person;
– using the blades on surfaces other than grass.
A) TRAINING
1) Read the instructions carefully. Become familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the lawnmower. Learn how
to stop the engine quickly.
2) Never allow children or persons unfamiliar with these in-
structions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations can re-
strict the minimum age of the operator.
3) Never use the lawnmower:
– when people, especially children or pets are nearby;
– if the user is tired or unwell, or has taken medicine, drugs,
alcohol or substances which may slow his reflexes and
compromise his judgement.
4) Bear in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or unexpected events occurring to other people
or their property.
B) PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
1) While cutting, always wear anti-slip and resistant work
footwear and long pants. Do not operate the lawnmower when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2) Thoroughly inspect the entire work area and remove
anything that could be thrown by the machine or damage
the cutting unit or engine (toys, stones, branches, iron wire,
bones, etc.).
3) WARNING: DANGER! Petrol is highly flammable.
– store the fuel in suitable containers;
– add fuel using a funnel, only outdoors; never smoke while
doing this and whenever fuel is handled;
– add petrol before starting the engine; never add petrol or
remove the petrol tank cap while the engine is running or
when it is hot;
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– if you have spilt some fuel, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the lawnmower away from the area of spillage
to avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel has
evaporated and fuel vapours have dissipated.
– always put the tank and fuel container caps back on and
tighten well;
4) Replace faulty silencers
5) Before use, always inspect generally and in particular:
– don't force the safety lever as it must move freely; it should
return automatically and rapidly back to the neutral position,
resulting in the stopping of the cutting device;
– check that the blades, screws and cutting unit are not worn
or damaged. Replace damaged or worn blades and screws
in their entirety to preserve balance. Replace damaged or
illegible labels.
6) Before starting work, fit the exit guards (grass-catcher or
discharge guards).
C) DURING USE
1) Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dan-
gerous carbon monoxide fumes can develop.
2) Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light in good
visibility conditions.
3) If possible, avoid mowing wet grass. Do not work in the rain
and if there is a risk of a thunderstorm.
4) Make sure you have a steady foothold on slopes.
5) Never run, always walk; do not let the lawnmower pull you.
6) Always mow transversely on slopes and never up and
down.
7) Be extremely carefully when changing directions on
slopes.
8) Do not mow on land that slopes more than 20°.
9) Be very careful near ravines, ditches or embankments.
10) Be extremely careful when pull the lawnmower toward
you.
11) Immobilise the blade if the lawnmower must be inclined
for transport, when moving over surfaces other than grass
and when the lawnmower is transported from or to an area
that must be cut.
12) Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards or
without the grass-catcher or discharge guards.
13) Do not tamper with or disable safety systems
14) Do not change the engine settings or overspeed the en-
gine.
15) On power-driven models, disengage wheel drive before
starting up the engine.
16) Start up the engine carefully according to the instructions,
keeping feet away from the blade.
17) Do not incline the lawnmower for start up. Start up the
machine on a flat surface without obstacles or high grass.
18) Never place your hands and feet near or under rotating
parts. Always keep away from the discharge opening.
19) Do not start the machine when standing in front of the
discharge opening.
20) Do not lift or transport the lawnmower when the engine
is running.
21) Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable:
– before making any adjustments under the cutting deck or
before unclogging the chute:
– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for any
damage to the lawnmower and make the necessary repairs
before using it again;
– if the lawnmower begins to vibrate abnormally (Immediately
look for the cause of the vibrations and take it to a Special-
ised Centre for necessary inspections).
22) Stop the engine:
– whenever you leave the lawnmower unattended. Also re-
move the key on models with electric start up;
– before refuelling;
– whenever you remove or reattach the grass-catcher;
– before adjusting the cutting height.
23) Reduce the throttle setting before stopping the engine.