Instruction manual

• Reducethethrottiosettingduringenginerun-outand, if

the engineis providedwitha shut-offvalve,tum the fuel

offatthe conclusionof mowing.

IV. Maintenance and Storage

• Keep all nuts, boltsand screws tight to be sure the equip

mant is in safe working condition.

• Never store the equipment with patrol in the tank inside

a building where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark.

• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclo-

sure.

• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, bat-

tery compartment and patrol storage area free of grass,

leaves, or excessive grease.

• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or dete-

rioration.

• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done

outdoors.

• On multi-bladedmachines,take care as rotatingone

bladecan cause otherbladesto rotate.

• When machine isto be parked, stored or leftunattended,

lower the cuffing means unless a positive mechanical

lock is used.

WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in

order to prevent accidental starting when setting

up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.