Rover 108 - Manual (Page 3)

Rover Mowers Limited Ride-on Mower Grass Catcher
S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
v Know your controls. Read the Owners Manual carefully. Learn how to stop the engine quickly in any
emergenc y.
v Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower. Do not carry
passengers.
v Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones, wire and debris. They could be thrown by the blade.
v Do not mow whilst people, especially children or pets are in the mowing area.
v Never mow across the face of the slope, unless the mower i s designed for this purpose.
v Exercise extreme caution when on slopes.
v Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent overturning or loss of control.
v Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill.
v Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment:
(a) use only approved drawbar hitch points
(b) limit loads to those you can safely control
(c) do not turn sharply
(d) use care when backing up, and
(e) use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when suggested in the owner's manual
v W atch out for traffic when crossing or operating the mower near roadways.
v Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other than grass.
v W hen using any attachments, never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while it is in operation.
v Before leaving the operator's position:
(a) disengage all clutches and s ecure cutting units
(b) change into neutral and set the parking brake, and
(c) stop the engine and remove the key
v Stop the engine and disengage the drive to attachments:
(a) bef ore refuelling
(b) bef ore making height adjustment unless adjustment c an be made from the oper ator's
position
(c) bef ore clearing blockages
(d) bef ore checking, cleaning or working on the mower
(e) after striking a foreign object (inspect the mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment) and
(f) if machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately)
v Disengage the drive to the attachments when transporting or not in use.
v A mower operator should be in good physical and mental health and not under the influence of any drug or
alc ohol which might impair vision, c o-ordination or judgement.
v Never mow while barefoot or wearing open sandals or thongs. W ear long trousers and heavy shoes.
v It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when operating a mower.
v Mow only in good daylight.
v 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).
WARNING
Damaged Blades and W orn Bolts are
Major H azards
v Check all nuts, bolts and screws often. Always be sure the mower is in a safe operating condition.
v Keep safety devices (guards and switches) in place and in working order.
v Never use the mower unless the grass catcher or guards provided by the manufacturer are in position.
v Ensure that any spare parts used comply with the original manufacturer's recommendations and
specifications.
v Replace worn or faulty silencer.
v Keep engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease. These can be a fire hazard.
v Refuel outdoors only. Do not smoke while fuelling engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol
while the engine is running or the engine is hot. R emove the fuel c ap slowly to relieve and tank pressure. If
petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of the spill and
avoid creating any s ource of ignition until the petrol vapours have dissipated.
v Check for fuel leaks while refuelling or using the mower. If a fuel leak is found, do not start or run the engine
until the fuel leak is fixed and spilled fuel is wiped away.
v Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.
v Always mount the mower on the opposite side to the discharge chute.
v Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower, even for a moment.
v Store the mower in a well-ventilated room away from naked flames such as may be found in hot water
heaters.
v D o n o t lend or sell the mower without the Owner's Manual.