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IMPORTANT
DO NO_
Do not mow near drop- offs, ditches, or em-
bankments. The operator could lose footing
or balance.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing
could cause slipping.
IIL Children
Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is net
alert to the presence of children. Children ere
often attracted to the mower and the mowing
activity. Never assume that children will remain
where you last saw them.
1. Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea and
underthe watchfulcare of a responsible
adult.
2. Be alert and turn mower oft if children enter
the area.
3. Before and while moving backwerds, look
behind end down for small children.
4.
5,
6.
7,
8,
9.
nect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting. Always wear eye protec_on when
you make adjustments or repairs.
Keep all nuts and bolts, especially btede at-
tachment bolts, 5ght and keep equipment in
good condition.
Never tamper wi_ safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of
grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean upoil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to
cool before storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if youstrike
an object. Repair, if necessary, before re-
starting.
Neverattemptto makewheelheightadjust-
mentswhilethe engine(motor)isrunning.
Always disconnect electric mowers (live op-
erated) before c|eaning, repairing, or ed-
justlng.
4. Never allow children to operate the mower.
5. Use ex_a care when approaching blind cor-
ners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that
may obscure vision.
IV.Service
"1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and oth-
erfuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
a. Use only an approved container,
10. Grass catcher components are subject to
wear, damage, and deterioration, which
could expose moving parts or allow objects
to be thrown. Frequently check components
and replace with manufacturer's recom-
mended parts, when necessar-j. For stor-
age, always make sure grass catcher is
empty.
11, Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap
the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra
caution when servicing them.
b. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with 12.
the engine running. Allow engine to cool
before refueling. Do not smoke.
13.
c. Never refuel the machine indoors.
d. Never store the machine or fual contain.
er inside where there is an open flame,
such as a water heater.
*2. Never run an engine indoors or inside a
closed area.
3. Never make adjustments or repalm to items
such as the height adjustors or grass catch-
er with the engine (motor) running. Discon-
14.
Do netchangethe enginegovernorsetting
orover-speedtheengine.
Frequently check the blade for wear or dam-
ages such as cracks and nicks.A blade that
is bent or damaged must be immediately re-
placed wi_ a factory replacement blade.
For safety and good cutting performance,
replace the blade every two years. Fre-
quently check the blade boltand the engine
mounting bolts. Replace damaged bolts
and tighten loose bolts.
Use only original equipment or authorized
replacement parts.
*Asterisked items do not apply to electric mowers.
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