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IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwingobjects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructionscould result in
serious injuryor 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., whichcould be
picked up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area isclear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine
ff anyone enters the area.
• Never sam] 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
direction and do not point itat 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 daylightor good artificial
tight.
• 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 riding mower-
related injudes. These operators
should evaluate their ability to operate
the ddieg mower safely enough to
protect themselves and others from
sedous injury.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or
other debds build-up which san touch
hotexhaust / engine parts and bum.
Do not allow the mower deck to plow
leaves or other debris which can cause
build-up to occur.
Clean any oil or fuel spillage before
operatingor storingthe machine.
Allow machine to cool before storage.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a majorfactor related toloss-of-
control and tipover accidents, which can
result in severe injury or death. All slopes
require extra caution. Ifyou cannot backup
the slope or if youfeel uneasy on it, do not
mow it,
DO:
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles suchas rocks, tree
limbs,etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Taftgrass can hide ob-
stacles.
• 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-
datlens for 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 startingor stoppingon 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 slowly and gradu-
ally downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could
suddenly turnover if a wheel is over
the edge ofa cliffor ditch, or if an edge
saves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.
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