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a. the need for care and concentration when
using machines;
b. that control of a machine sliding on a slope
will not be regained by the application of the
brake. The main cause behind a loss of ma-
chine control are:
• insucient wheel grip;
• being driven too fast;
• inadequate braking;
• the type of machine is unsuitable for its
task;
• lack of awareness of the eect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
• Incorrect use of the machine as a towing
vehicle;
of safety microswitches and devices
or tampered with. Removing these de-
vices invalidates the warranty and the
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bility. Always check the safety devices
3.2 PREPARATION
• When using the machine always wear sturdy,
slip-resistant footwear and long trousers.
• Never activate the machine when barefoot or
wearing open-toe sandals.
• Do not wear chains, bracelets, cumbersome
clothing with strings or ties.
• Tie back long hair. Always wear hearing
protectors.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which may be thrown by the machine (stones,
sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.)
CAUTION: DANGER! Petrol is highly in-
a. store fuel in containers specically designed
for this purpose;
b. refuel using a funnel and outdoors only.
Do not smoke while refuelling or whenever
handling the fuel;
c. add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel
while the engine is running or when the en-
gine is hot;
d. if fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from
the area of spillage and avoid creating any
source of ignition until the fuel has evapora-
ted and the fumes dispersed;
e. replace caps of all fuel tanks and containers
securely.
deck assembly are not worn or dama-
ged.
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de and screws as a set to preserve ba-
lance.
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thorized service centre.
Check the condition of the battery at
to the casing, cover or terminals are
3.3 DURING OPERATION
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or well ventilated area! ALWAYS RE-
MEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE
TOXIC!
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cial light in good visibility conditions.
Keep persons, children and animals
away from the working area.
If possible, avoid working on wet grass.
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storms.
especially if there is a risk of lightning.
Before starting the engine, disengage