honda-power-equipment hf2417hme User Manual

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5.3.5 F
ITTING THE PROTECTION DEVICES AT THE EXIT
(
GRASS
-
CATCHER OR STONE
-
GUARD
)
Never use the machine without having fitted the protec-
tion devices at the exit!
The protection devices must be fitted with
the tipping levers lowered.
Attach the grass-catcher inserting the upper
tube of the frame into the slots of the 2 brack-
ets (1).
Make sure that the lower tube of the opening
of the grass-catcher hooks onto the pawl (2).
If the hook is too stiff or too loose, adjust the
return spring (
☛ 6.3.6)
If you would like to mow without using the grass-
catcher, an optional stone-guard kit  (
☛ 8.2) is avail-
able on request. This has to be attached to the rear
plate as indicated in the relevant instructions.
5.3.6 C
HECKING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SAFETY DEVICES
Check that the safety systems are working properly by simulating the various situ-
ations of usage listed (
☛ 5.2) and making sure that the indicated result is
achieved for each situation..
5.3.7 C
HECKING THE BLADES
Check that the blades are sharpened properly and firmly fixed to their hubs.
– A badly sharpened blade pulls at the grass and causes the lawn to turn yellow.
– A loose blade causes unusual vibrations and can be dangerous.
Wear heavy gloves when handling the blades.
!
WARNING! 
HF2•••HTE
!
WARNING! 
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