Atco QX - Manual (Page 13)

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GB • Printed in England • BA F 016 L69 839 • QX elctric • OSW 02.02
Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be
familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the lawnmower.
Explanation of symbols on the lawnmower
General hazard safety alert.
Read instruction manual.
Beware of thrown or flying objects to by-
standers.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away
from the machine.
Switch off and remove plug from mains
before adjusting, cleaning or if the ca-
ble is entangled and before leaving the
lawnmower unattended for any period.
Keep the supply flexible cord away from
the cutting blades.
Sharp blade(s). Beware of severing toes
or fingers.
Wait until all machine components have
completely stopped before touching
them. The blades continue to rotate af-
ter the machine is switched off, a rotat-
ing blade can cause injury.
Do not mow in the rain or leave the
lawnmower outdoors whilst it is raining.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Never mow while people, especially children or
pets, are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
Do not operate the lawnmower when barefoot
or wearing open sandals, always wear substan-
tial footwear and long trousers.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawn-
mower is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects.
Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are
not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in
sets to preserve balance. On multi-bladed
lawnmowers, take care as rotating one blade
can cause other blades to rotate.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid operating the lawnmower in wet grass,
where feasible.
Walk, never run.
Mowing on banks can be dangerous:
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
– Always be sure of your footing on slopes or
wet grass.
– Mow across the face of slopes - never up and
down.
– Exercise extreme caution when changing di-
rection on slopes.
– Use extreme caution when stepping back or
pulling the lawnmower towards you.
– Never mow by pulling the mower towards
you.
Stop the blades if the lawnmower has to be
tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass and when transporting the
lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.
Do not tilt the machine when starting or switch-
ing on the motor, except if the machine has to
be tilted for starting in long grass. In this case, do
not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and tilt
only the part which is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the oper-
ating position before returning the machine to
the ground.
Switch on the lawnmower with feet well away
from the blades.
Do not tilt the mower when starting.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
Never operate the lawnmower without the
grassbox/bag or deflector guard in position.
Never pick up or carry the lawnmower while the
motor is running.
Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower
to prevent entrapment of the feet and hands
between moving blades and fixed parts of the
lawnmower.
Remove the plug from the socket:
– whenever you leave the machine
– before clearing a blockage
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
lawnmower
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
lawnmower for damage and make repairs as
necessary
– if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately).
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
that the lawnmower is in safe working condition.
Check the grassbox/bag frequently for wear or
deterioration.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch ap-
proved.
Safety Notes
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