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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in
seriousinjury or death.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructionsin the manual and on the
machine before starting.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions,to operate
the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as
rocks,toys, wire, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area isclear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge
directionand do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher or the
guard in place.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or
unloading the machine intoa trailer or
truck.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60
years and above, are involVedin a
large percentage of dding mower-
related injuries. These operators
should evaluate their ability to operate
the dding mower safely enough to
protect themselves and others from
sedous injury.
• Keep machine free of grass, loaves or
other debds build-upwhich can touch
hot exhaust / engine parts and bum.
Do not allow the mower deck to plow
leaves or other debds which can cause
build-upto occur.
Clean any oil or fuel spillage before
operating or storing the machine. Allow
machine to cool before storage.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-
of-control and tipover accidents, which
san resultin severe injuryor death. All
slopes require extra caution. If you
cannot back up the slope or if youfeel
uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs,etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you will nothave to stop or shift
while on the slope.
Follow the manufacturer's recommen-
dationsfor wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.
Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These san change
the stabilityof the machine.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stepping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
DO NOT:
• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-
sary, and then, turn slowlyand gradu-
ally downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliff or ditch,or ifan edge
caves in.
• Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
puttingyour foot on the ground.
• Do notuse grass catcher on steep
slopes.
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