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Safety
If not used properly this lawnmower can be dangerous! This lawnmower can cause serious injury to the operator and others,
the warnings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this lawnmower. The
operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the lawnmower.
Explanation of Symbols on the GX5602. The use of ear protection is recommended.
3. Make sure the area to be cut is clear of sticks, stones,
bones, wire and debris;they could be thrown by the blade.
Warning4. Before using the machine and after any impact, check for
signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
5. Replace worn or damaged blades together with their fixings
Read the user instructions carefully to make
sure you understand all the controls andin sets to preserve balance.
6. Have faulty silencers replaced.
what they do.Use
Always keep the lawnmower on the ground1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.
when mowing. Tilting or lifting the lawnmower2. Use the mower only in daylight or good artificial light.
may cause stones to be thrown out
3. Avoid operating your mower in wet grass, where feasible.
4. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
Keep bystanders away. Do not mow whilst5. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
people especially children or pets are in thenon-slip footwear.
mowing area6. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous.
Do not mow on banks or steep slopes.
Beware of severing toes or hands. Do not7. Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could
put hands or feet near a rotating blade.trip. Walk never run.
8. Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you.
Disconnect the spark plug before attempting9. Release the Operator Presence control to stop the
any maintenance, cleaning or adjustment,engine before pushing the mower across surfaces
or if you are going to leave the lawnmowerother than grass and when transporting the lawnmow-
unattended for any period.er to and from the area to be mowed.
10. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards
Blade continues to rotate after the machine is
switched off. Wait until all machine compo-or without guards in place.
11. Do not overspeed the engine or alter governor settings.
nents have completely stopped before touch-Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens lawnmower life.
ing them.
STOP12. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at
Generalall times and especially when switching on the engine.
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these13. Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine, except if
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations maythe mower has to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not
restrict the age of the operator.tilt more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part
2. Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for thewhich is away from the operator. Always ensure that both
functions described in these instructions.hands are in the operating position before returning the
3. Never operate the lawnmower when you are tired, ill orappliance to the ground.
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.14. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the
4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents orengine is running
hazards occurring to other people or their property.15. Spark plug lead may be hot - handle with care.
Fuel Safety16. Do not attempt any maintenance on your lawnmow-
WARNING - Petrol is highly flammableer when the engine is hot.
-Wear protective clothing when handling any fuels and lubricants.17. Release the Operator Presence Control, to stop the
-Avoid contact with skin. If affected, wash liberallyengine, and wait until the blade has stopped:
with soap and water.-before leaving the mower unattended for any period.
-Store fuel in a cool place in a container specifically18. Release the Operator Presence Control, to stop the
designed for the purpose.engine, wait until the blade has stopped, disconnect the
- Use a fresh, clean, unleaded regular automotive petrol spark plug lead and wait until the engine has cooled:-
- Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. SAE 10W-30-before refuelling
is recommended for general use.-before clearing a blockage;
-Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.-before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;
-Wipe dirt and grass clippings from the fuel tank filler-if you hit an object. Do not use your lawnmower
cap to avoid getting dirt into the fuel tank.until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in a
-Add fuel BEFORE starting the engine. Neversafe operating condition;
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the-if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally. Check
engine is running or when the engine is hot.immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
-If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engineMaintenance and storage
but move the machine away from the area of1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
spillage and avoid creating any source of ignitionlawnmower is in safe working condition.
until petrol vapours have dissipated.2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
-Never use stale fuel left from last season or fuel3. Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, spacer
which has been stored for long periods.and impeller specified for this product.
-Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.4. Never store the lawnmower with fuel in the tank inside a
-Move the product away from the fuelling area before starting.building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.
-Fuel should be stored in a cool place away from5. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
naked flames.6. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, muffler and fuel
-Your carburettor is pre-set. Normally no furtherstorage area free of grass, leaves or excessive grease.
adjustment is required.7. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.
Preparation8. Be careful during adjustment of the machine to pre-
1. While using your product always wear substantialvent entrapment of the fingers between moving
footwear and long trousers.parts and fixed parts of the machine. |
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