Sovereign GT5614 Instruction manual
Hand Push Cylinder Mower
GT5614
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Sep 2014 Rev A
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Hand Push
Cylinder Mower .
We would you like to be completely satisfied
with your new product and hope you will enjoy
using this tool for many years.
Your Hand Push Cylinder mower has
been designed for cutting grass
and similar soft vegetation in private and hobby
garden areas.
The device is not allowed to be used in public
gardens, parks, sports centres or at roadsides
as well as agriculture and forestry.
Caution: Carefully read this entire Instruction
Manual before using this product.
We are confident that this product will meet
and exceed your expectations of quality and
reliability. Please take the time to carefully
read this entire instruction manual before
using your new product, and take note of the
basic safety precautions contained herein.
SYMBOLS
The rating plate on your tool may show
symbols. These represent important
information about the product or instruction on
its use.
Read instruction manual before
operating or attempting any
maintenance work.
Indicates danger, warning, or caution.
Do not run the machine over objects.
They can be thrown and cause severe
injury.
Keep bystanders, especially children
10m
and pets, at a distance of greater than
10m.
Do not put your hands near the rotating
blades.
Avoid injury, do not place hands or feet
near the rotating blade.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Before using the mower, read following
instruction carefully.
1. TRAINING
a) Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulation can restrict the age of the operator
b) Never mow while people, especially children,
or pets are nearby.
c) Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
2. PREPARATION
a) While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
b) Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which can be thrown by the machine.
c) Before using, always visually inspect to see
that the blades, blade bolts and cutter
assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
3. OPERATION
a) Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
b) Always be sure of your footing on the slopes.
c) Walk, never run.
d) Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
e) Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
f) Use extreme caution when reversing or
pulling the mower towards you.
g) Stop the blades if the mower has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass, and when transporting the mower
to and from the area to be mowed.
h) Never operate the mower with defective
guards, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
i) Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts
while the mower is being operated.
4. MAINTENANCE
a) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
b) Check the grass catcher frequently for wear
or deterioration.
c) Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
d) Be careful during adjustment of the mower
to prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving blades and fixed parts of the mower.
Caution-Do not touch rotating blade.
5. WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating the mower.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
6. PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating the
tools. Do not use this mower while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating this
mower may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection and non-skid
safety shoes.
c) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
This enables better control of the mower in
unexpected situations.
d) Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewel
caught in moving parts.
lery or long hair can be
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