General Safety Rules - EarthQuake M200 Manuel De L'utilisateur

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s). Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the mower before
starting.
• Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments or
accessories.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with
the instructions, to operate the mower.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be
used and remove all foreign objects. Your equipment can
propel small objects at high speed causing personal injury
or property damage. Stay away from breakable objects,
such as house windows, automobile, greenhouses, etc.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children, and pets.
• Wear appropriate clothing such as a long-sleeved shirt
or jacket. Also wear long trousers or slacks. Do not wear
shorts.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can get
caught in moving parts.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating mower to protect your eyes from
foreign objects which can be thrown from the unit.
• Always wear work gloves and sturdy footwear. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
Leather work shoes or short boots work well for most
people. These will protect the operator's ankles and shins
from small sticks, splinters, and other debris.
• It is advisable to wear protective headgear to prevent
the possibility of being struck by small flying particles,
or being struck by low hanging branches, twigs, or other
objects which may be unnoticed by the operator.
• Do not operate the mower without proper guards or other
safety protective devices in place.
• Use this equipment for its intended purpose only.
• See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and
installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved
by the manufacturer.
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
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• Do not operate product when fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or other medication which
can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this
machine safely.
• Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your
footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never
run.
• Before each use, inspect the throttle control lever and
cable. Make sure that the cable is free and that the lever is
not damaged. Also check the cable linkage running to the
carburetor for kinks, loose fittings, and obstructions. Verify
that the control bail is working properly.
• Stop the rotating mower head when crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads. Wait for the cutting lines to stop
rotating.
• Watch for traffic when operating near, or when crossing
roads.
• Stop the engine whenever you leave the equipment,
before cleaning, repairing or inspecting the unit, be sure
the mower head and all moving parts have stopped. Let
the engine cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and move
it away from the spark plug.
• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent
it from touching the spark plug. Check immediately for
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove
the wire from the spark plug. Inspect the mower for
damage. If damaged, repair before starting and operating
the mower.
• Never leave the mower unattended when the engine is
running. Remove the wire from the spark plug.
• Regularly inspect the mower. Make sure parts are not
bent, damaged or loose.
• Allow muffler and engine areas to cool before touching.
Never pick up or carry the mower while the engine is
running.
• Prolonged exposure to noise and vibration from gasoline
engine powered equipment should be avoided. Take
intermittent breaks and/or wear ear protection from
engine noise as well as heavy work gloves to reduce
vibration in the hands.
• Check local regulations for age restrictions on use of this
machine.
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