SAFETY PRECAUTIONSThis safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages. Whenyou see this symbol be alert to the possibility of injury. Carefully readthe following and inform others.Your mower is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe thefollowing precautions may result in serious injury.Before using the mower read the owners handbook carefully. Pay par-ticular attention to the safety precautions. Ensure that you are familiarwith the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Learn how tostop the mower quickly in an emergency.Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions touse the mower.Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.Keep in mind that the user is responsible for accidents or hazardsoccurring to other people or their property.While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals.Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and removeall objects which may be thrown by the machine.WARNING: Petrol is highly flammable.- Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.- Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap from thefuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engineis hot. Allow the engine to cool for at least two minutes before refu-elling.- Do not attempt to start the engine if petrol is spilled or a smell ofpetrol is present. Move the mower away from the area of spillageand avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours havedissipated.1.5Safety Alert SymbolPreparationTraining