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SAFETY RULES
Safe OperatiOn?ractices-for Ride-On Mowers
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.,
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH,
L GENERAL OPERATION iii. CHILDREN
Reed, understand, and to_low a_linstructions In the manual Tragic accidents can occur it the operator is not alert to Ihe
and on the machine before slatting presence of chlIdren Children are often attracted to the
Only allow responsible adul[s, who are familiar with the machine and the mowing actMty Never assume that
instructions, to operate the machine
children wH! remain where you last saw them.
C{ear the area of ob ects such as rocks, toys wire, etc,
which could be pcked up and {1rowe by the b ads Keep children Out of the mowing area and under the watchful
Be sure the area Is clear of other people before mowing Slop
machine if anyone enters the area
• Never carry passengers
• Do not mow tn reverse unless absolutely necessary Nways
look down and behind balers end while becking
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the
entire grass catcher or lhe guard in place
. Stow down before tumlng
• Never leave a running maohtne unattended, Always tu re elf
blades, sat parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dlsmountlng,
• Turn off blades when not mowing
• Stop engine before removing grass calcher or unclogging
chute
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light
• Do not operate Iha machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for Iraflte when operating near or crossing roadways
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into
a trailer or Iruck
IL SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related Io loss-of-control and
tipover accidents, whlch can result in save re Injury or deafh
All slopes require extra caution, ff yotJ cannot back up the
slope or if you feel uneasy on It, do nol mow it
DO.
" Mow up and down slopes, not across
,, Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, ate
• Watch lot holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine Tallgrasscanhideobstscfes
• Use slow speed Choose a low gear so lhat you will not have
to stop or shill while on the slope.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for whee!
weights or counterweights to Improve slabiltty
. USa extra care wt[h grass catchers or other at.tachments
These can change the stability of the machine
, Kaepalimevamantonthesfopeestowandgraduaf, Donut
make sadden changes In speed or direction
Avoid staffing Dr stopping on a slope. It tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the
slope,
DO NOT:
. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible
• Do not mew near drop-otis, ditches, or embankments The
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel Is over the edge
o! a cltlf or ditch, or il an edge caves in
Do not mow on wel grass. Reduced traction could cause
eliding
• Do not hy to stabilize the machine by putting your loot on the
ground
• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes,
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care of another responsible adult
• Be alert and turn machir_e og tf children enter the ares
Before and when backing, took behind and down for small
children
• Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with sale machine operation
• Never allow children to operate the machine
• Use extra care when approaching blindcornea shrubs,
trees, or other objects thai may obscure vision
IV. SERVICE
Use extra care in handling gasoiine and otherfuels, They ara
flammable and vapors are explosive
Use only an approved container,
Never remove gas cap or add fuel wtlh the engine
running Allow engine to cool belora refueling Do not
smoke,
- Never refuel the machine indoors
Never store the machine or fuel conlatner inside where
there ls an open flame, such as a water heater
Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight
and keep equipment in good condition
Never leaper wilh safely devices Check their proper
operation regularly.
Keep machfne free el grass leaves, orother debris build-up.
C san oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to coot before
alodng
Stop end inspect the equipment if you strike an obiect
Repair, il necessan/, before restarting,
Never make adjustments or repairs with tire engine running,
Graescatcher components are sub eel to wear damage, and
deterioration, whfeh could expose moving parts or allow
objects to be throwm Frequently check components and
replace with manuiacturer's recommended pads, when nec-
essary
Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the b}ade s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them
Check brake operation frequently Adjust and serviceas
required,
Look for IhI8 symbol to point out Impor-
tant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION|If BECOME ALERTIII YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug
wire end place wtre where It cannot contact
spark plug in order to prevent eccldentsl
starting when setting up, transpodlng_
adjustEng or making repair s.
WARNING &
The engine exhaust from this product con-
tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
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