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• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equipment, before cleaning
the mower or uncloggingthe chute.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait
untilthe blade comes to complete stop
before removing grass catcher.
• Mow only in daylightor good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Alwaysbe sure ofyour footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle and walk; never
run.
• Disengage the serf-propelled mecha-
nismor ddve clutch on mowers so
equipped before starting the engine
(motor).
• If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor)
and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when
operating mower.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip
and fall accidents which can result in
severe injury. All slopes require extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it.
DO:
• Mow acrossthe face of slopes: never
up end down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree
limbs,etc.
• Watch forholes, ruts, or bumps.Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
• Do not tdm near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.
• Do not tdm excessively steep slopes.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
footing could cause slipping.
IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are oftenattracted to the
machine and the mowing activity.Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep children outof the tdmming area
and under the watchful care ofanother
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren
enter the area.
• Before and while walking backwards,
look behind and down for small
children.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline
and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.
- Use only an approved container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running.Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
-Never refuelthe machine indoors.
-Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plugwire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent acciden-
tal starting.
• Keep nuts and belts, especially blade
attachment belts, tightand keep
equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine (motor) is
running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and detedoratien,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicingthem.
• Do notchange the engine governor
setting or overspeed the engine.
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