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OWNER'S INFORMATION
SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on Mowers
WARNING: 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.
I. General operation
1o Read, understand and followall instructions in the InstructionBook, on the machine, the engine and with any attachments before starting..
2.. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions,to operate the machine.
3.. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc_,which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
4.. Be sure the area isclear of other people before mowing.. Stop the machine ifanyone enters the area_
5. Never carry passengers..
6.. Turn off power to the blades or any attachments before backing up_Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary_ Always look
down and behind before and while backing_
7, Be aware ofthe mower discharge direction and donot point it atanyone. Do notoperate the mower without either the entire grassbagger
or the mower guard in place,
8. Slow downbefore turning.
9_ Never leave a machine unattended withthe engine running,,Always turnoff the blade(s), set the parkingbrake, stopthe engine and
removethe key beforedismounting.
10.. Turn off powerto attachment(s) when transporting or not in use,.Turnoff the blade(s) when not mowing,
11., Stop the engine beforeremovingthe grass bagger or unclogging the chute.
12. Mow only in daylightor good artificiallight,
13. Do notoperate the machine while underthe influence of alcohol or drugs or'when very tired_
14,. Watch for trafficwhen operating near or crossing rpadways,
15_ Use extra cautionwhen loading or unloading the machine intoatrailer'or'truck,.
16,. Always wear goggles,safety gtasses, or an eye shieldwhenyou operate theunit to protect your eyes from foreign objectsthatcan be
thrownfrom the unit°Always wear eye protection when you make an adjustment or repair to the machine,,
17,. Usecare when pullingloads or using heavy equipment.
a_.Use onlyapproved drawbar hitch points°
b. Limitloads to those you can safely control,,
co Do not turnsharply, Use care when backing_
d. Usecounterweightsor wheel weights when suggested in the instructionBook.
lB. Do notoperate thismachine if you are taking drugs or other'medicationwhichcan cause drowsiness oraffect your abilityto operate
this machine.
19. Do notuse this machine if you are mentallyor'physicallyunableto operate this machine safely.
II. Slope operation
Slopes and rough terrain are major factors related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury
or death. ALL slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on the slope, do not mow it. See
the "Slope Guide" in the back of this book to check for safe operation.
DO
1,. Mow up and down slopes, not across.,
2o Remove obstaclessuch as rocks, limbs, etc..x,
3. Watch for holes, rutsor bumps. Uneven terrain could overtum the machine. Taftgrass can hide obstacles
4. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability,,
5. Use extra care with grass baggers or other attachments, they can change the stability of the machine.,
6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual,. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction_
7_. Avoid starting or stopping ona slope. If tires lose traction, turn off the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope,.
DO NOT
1. Do not turn on slopes unless absolutely necessary, then only turnslowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
2, Do not mow drop-offs, ditches or embankments. A wheel over the edge or an edge caving in could cause a sudden overtumand an
injury or death._
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding_
4. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.
5. Do not use a grass bagger or other rear mounted accessories on steep slopes (greater than 10 degrees)_
111,Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of chitdren. Children are often attracted to the machine and
the mowing activity, NEVER assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
1_ Keep children outofthe mowing area and in the watchfulcare of another responsible adult.
2o Be alert and rum the engine off if children enter the area.
3. Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.
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