Ryobi M48 Pro - Manual (Page 4)

4 – English
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protection
• Hearing protection
• Gloves must be worn when required, for example when
fitting, inspecting or cleaning cutting attachments.
• Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear shorts,
sandals or go barefoot.
• Wear sturdy, non-slip boots or shoes.
Generally clothes should be close-fitting without restricting
your freedom of movement.
Machine
′′′′
s safety equipment
This section describes the machine ′ s safety equipment, its
purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried
out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the ”What is
what?” section to locate where this equipment is positioned
on your machine.
• Cutting cover and protective cover
• Engine brake handle
• Vibration damping system
• Muffler
• Cutting equipment
Cutting cover and protective cover
On lawn mower M53 S Pro there is a protective cover
mounted over the drive's gearbox.
The protective cover is designed to reduce the risk of crush
injuries and to catch a broken drive belt.
The cutting cover is designed to reduce vibration and to
reduce the risk of cuts.
Engine brake handle
The engine brake is designed to stop the engine. When the
grip on the engine brake handle is released the engine should
stop.
On lawn mower M53 S Pro the engine brake handle should
also disengage the drive.
!
WARNING! You must use personal
protection whenever you use the machine.
!
WARNING! Never use a machine that has
faulty safety equipment! Carry out the
inspection, maintenance and service
routines listed in this section.