Before Mowing - EINHELL BG-PM 40 Mode D'emploi D'origine

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Note:
1. Engine brake (Fig. 5a/Item 1): Use the engine
start/stop lever to switch off the engine. When you
release the engine start/stop lever, the engine
and blade will automatically stop. To mow, hold
the lever in the working position (Fig. 5b). Before
you start to mow, check the start/stop lever
several times to be sure that it is working properly.
Ensure that the tension cable can be smoothly
operated (i.e. is not catching or kinking in any
way).
2. Warning: The blade begins to rotate as soon as
the engine is started.
Important: Before you start the engine, move the
engine brake several times to be sure that the
stop cable is properly working.
Note: The engine is factory set to a speed that is
optimal for cutting and blowing grass into the
basket and is designed to provide many years of
use.
3. Check the oil level.
4. Use a funnel and measuring vessel to fill the tank
with petrol. Make sure that the petrol is clean.
Warning: Never use more than one safety petrol can.
Do not smoke when refueling. Switch off the engine
before refueling and allow the engine to cool down for
a few minutes.
5. Ensure that the ignition cable is connected to the
spark plug.
6. Stand behind the mower. Place one hand on the
engine start/stop lever. Place the other hand on
the starter handle.
7. Start the engine using the reversing starter (Fig.
1/Item 8). To do this pull the handle out approx. 10
– 15 cm (until you feel a resistance) and then start
the engine with a sharp pull. If the engine does
not start, pull the handle again.
Important. Never allow the cable to snap back.
Important: In cold weather, it may be necessary
to repeat the starting process several times.

7.1 Before mowing

Important information:
1. Make sure that you are properly dressed when
mowing. Wear sturdy footwear; do not wear
sandals or tennis shoes.
2. Inspect the blade. Blades, that are bent or
otherwise damaged, must be exchanged for a
genuine Einhell replacement blade.
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3. Do not fill the fuel tank indoors, but rather out in
the open. Use a funnel and a measuring vessel.
Wipe off any spilled petrol.
4. Read and follow in the instructions in the
operating manual as well as the information
regarding the engine and accessory equipment.
Store the manual in a place where it can be
readily accessed by other users of the machine.
5. Exhaust gas is dangerous. Only start the engine
out in the open.
6. Make sure that all the guards are fitted and that
they are in good working order.
7. The machine should only be operated by persons
who are well informed with the way it works and
who are in reasonably good physical condition.
8. Mowing wet grass can be dangerous. Mow the
grass when it is as dry as possible.
9. Tell other persons and children to stay away from
the mower.
10. Never mow in conditions of poor visibility.
11. Pick up any loose objects and debris on the lawn
prior to mowing.
7.2 Tips on mowing properly
Important. Never open the chute flap when the
grass bag has been detached (to be emptied)
and the engine is still running. The rotating blade
can cause serious injuries!
Always carefully fasten the chute flap and grass
basket. Switch off the engine before emptying the
grass basket.
Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the
length of the long handles) is maintained between the
user and the mower housing. Be especially careful
when mowing and changing direction on slopes and
inclines. Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy,
non-slip footwear and long trousers. Always mow
along the incline (not up and down).
For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used
to mow inclines whose gradient exceeds 15 degrees.
Use special caution when backing up and pulling the
lawn mower. Tripping hazard!