Powerplus POW63753 LAWNMOWER 118CC 400MM EN - Manual (Page 4)

POW637..
EN
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4 SYMBOLS
In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used:
Read manual before
usage
Keep bystanders away
Pay more attention to
the operator's hands
and feet to avoid
injury.
Fuel is flammable,
keep fire away. Do not
use this machine on
slopes greater than
16,7°
Toxic fumes! Don't
operate inside house.
Wear hearing
protection. Wear eye
protection
When repairing,
please take out the
spark plug. Then
repair according to the
operation manual.
Caution: Hot engine
In accordance with
essential applicable
safety standards of
European directives
5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: When using petrol tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should
always be followed to reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
Read all these instruction before operating this product and retain these instructions for future
reference.
5.1 Training

Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment;

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator;
 Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby;
 Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
Stop the blade(s) if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when
crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and
from the area to be mowed;
Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices,
for example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place;
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine;
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine;
Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from
the blade(s);
Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine;
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute;
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times;
Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running;
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key:
- Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower;
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the lawn mower;
- If lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately);
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving
parts
have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key: -
Whenever you leave the lawn mower;
- Before refueling;
Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and, if the engine is provided
with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel of at the conclusion of mowing;
Go slow when using a trailing seat.
Maintenance and storage
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition;
never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes
can reach an open flame or spark;
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure;
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, battery compartment and
petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease;
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration;
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety;
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.
Caution: Do not touch rotating blade.
Warning: Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped.