User manual MOUNTFIELD PRINCESS

[. . . ] IMPORTANT ­ Regular, careful maintenance is essential for keeping the safety level and original performance of the machine unchanged in time. 1) Wear strong working gloves during any cleaning, maintenance or adjustment operation on the machine. 2) Remove the grass debris after each cut and mud accumulated inside the chassis to avoid their drying and thus making the next start-up difficult. 3) Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of debris. [. . . ] If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the foodchain, damaging your health and well-being. For further information on the disposal of this product, please contact your dealer or your nearest domestic waste collection service. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS - Your lawnmower should be used with due care and attention. Symbols have therefore been placed on various parts of the machine to remind you of the main precautions to be taken. Their full meanings are explained later on. You are also asked to carefully read the safety regulations in the applicable chapter of this handbook. Keep other people at a safe distance whilst working. Important: keep the power supply cable away from the blade. Beware of sharp blades: Remove plug from mains before maintenance or if cord is damaged. Get familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. 2) Only use the lawnmower for the purpose for which it was designed, i. Check that both hands are positioned correctly before lowering the lawnmower. 16) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 17) Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running. 18) Stop the engine and disconnect the power supply cable: ­ before carrying out any work underneath the cutting deck or before unclogging the chute; ­ before checking, cleaning or working on lawnmower; ­ after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower; ­ if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally, find and remove the cause of the vibration immediately; ­ whenever you leave the lawnmower unattended. 19) Stop the engine: ­ every time you remove or replace the grass-catcher. before adjusting the grass cutting height. 20) When mowing, always keep to a safe distance from the rotating blade. 1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. regular maintenance is essential for safety and performance. [. . . ] Use genuine spare parts (blades should always bear the symbol ). Parts that are not of the same quality can damage the equipment and be dangerous for your safety. 1) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. While cutting, the cable should always be pulled behind the lawnmower and always from the area of grass already cut. [. . . ]