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ImportantOperatorSafetyInstructions(Continued)
Protection againstTipovers
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7. Keeppeople and pets out of mowing area.Immediately
STOPblades,STOPengine, and STOPmachine if anyone
entersthe area.
8. Checkshields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and
other safety devicesfrequently for proper operation and
location.
9. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replaceif
damaged.
10. Protectyourself when mowing andwear safety glasses,
a dust mask, long pants and substantial footwear.
11. Know how to STOPbladesand engine quickly in prepa-
ration for emergencies.
12. Useextra carewhen loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
13. Checkgrass catchercomponents frequently for signs of
wear or deterioration and replaceas neededto prevent
injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn
spots.
Safe Handling of Gasoline
To avoid personalinjury or property damage, useextreme
carein handling gasoline.Gasolineis extremelyflammable
andthe vapors are explosive.
1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
2. Useonly an approvedfuel container.
3. DONOTremove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine run-
ning. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
4. DONOTrefuelthe machine indoors.
5. DONOTstore the machineor fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a
water heateror other appliances.
6. DONOTfill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on atruck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always placethe contain-
erson the ground away from the vehicle beforefilling.
7. Removegas-poweredequipment from the vehicle or
trailer and refuelit on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuelequipment using a portablecontainer, rather
than a gasolinedispenser nozzle.
8. DONOTstart gas poweredequipment in enclosedvehi-
cles or trailers.
9. Keepthe nozzlein contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. DO
NOTusea nozzle lock-open device
10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediate-
ly.
11. Neveroverfill a fuel tank. Replacefuel cap and tighten
securely.
Operation
1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keepclear
of discharge opening at all times.
2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. Makesure
bladesare OFFand parking brakeis set.
3. DONOTleavemachinewith engine running. STOP
engine, STOPblades, SETbrake, and Removekey before
leavingoperators position of any reason.
4. DONOToperatemachine unless properly seatedwith
feet on feet rests or pedal(s).
5. STOPBLADESand ENGINEand makesure bladeshave
stopped before removing grass catcher or unclogging
mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.
6. Bladesmust be OFFexceptwhen cutting grass. Set
bladesin highest position when mowing over rough
ground.
7. Keephandsand feet awayfrom rotating bladesunder-
neathdeck. DONOTplacefoot on ground while BLADES
are ONor machine is in motion.
8. DONOToperatemachine without entire grass catcher or
guards in placeand working. DONOTpoint discharge at
people,passing cars, windows or doors.
9. Slow down beforeturning.
10. Watchout for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
11. STOPengine immediately after striking an obstruction.
Inspect machine and repair damagebefore resuming opera-
tion.
12. Operatemachine only in daylight or with good artificial
light.
13. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLYto maintain control
during speedand directional changes.
14. ExerciseCAUTIONwhen pulling loads. Limit loadsto
those you can safelycontrol and attach loadsto hitch plate
as specified with SNAPPERattachment instructions.
15. Onslopes, the weight of the towed equipment may
cause loss of traction and loss of control. When towing,
travel slowly andallow extra distanceto stop.
16. DONOToperateengine in enclosedareas. Engine
exhaust gasescontain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.
17. DONOTdischarge material against a wall or obstruc-
tion. Material may ricochet back towards the operator.
18. Onlyuse accessoriesapprovedby the manufacturer.
See manufacturer'sinstructions for proper operation and
installation of accessories.
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