Preparation, Operation – Powerplus POW63755 LAWNMOWER139CC 457MM EN User Manual

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5.2

Preparation

 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the

equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals;

 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects

which can be thrown by the machine;

WARNING- Petrol is highly flammable.

 store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose;
 refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling;
 add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol

while the engine is running or when the engine is hot;

 if petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the

area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have
dissipated;

 replace all fuel tank and container caps securely;
 Replace faulty silencers;
 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;

5.3

Operation

 Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes

can collect;

 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light;
 Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible;
 Always be sure of your footing on slopes;
 Walk, never run;
 For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down;
 Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;
 Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
 Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you;
 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:

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Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;

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Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower;

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After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs

before restarting and operating the lawn mower;