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IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in
serious injuryor death.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructionsinthe manual and on the
machine before starting.
• Only allow responsibleadults, who are
familiar with the instructions,to operate
the machine.
• Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,
toys,wire, etc., whichcould be picked
up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area isclear of other people
beforemowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge
directionand do not pointit at anyone.
Do not operate the mowerwithout either
the entire grasscatcheror the guard in
place.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades,set
parkingbrake, stopengine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
• Turn off bladeswhen notmowing.
• Stop engine before removinggrass
catcher or uncloggingchute.
• Mow only in daylightor good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while under
the influenceof alcoholor drugs.
• Watch for trafNcwhen operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unload-
ing the machine into a traileror truck.
• Data indicatesthat operators, age 60
years and above, are involved in a large
percentage of riding mower-related
injuries. These operators should
evaluate their abilityto operate the riding
mower safely enoughto protect them-
selvesand others from serious injury.
• Keep machine free ofgrass, leaves or
other debds build-upwhich can touch
hotexhaust / engine partsand bum. Do
notallow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debris which can cause build-
up tooccur. Clean any oil or fuel
spillage before operating or storingthe
machine. Allow machine to coct before
storage. 3
I1.SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a majorfactor related to loss-of-
control and tipoveraccidents,which can re-
sult in severe in ury or death. All slopes
requre extra caution. Ifyou cannot back up
the slope or if you feel 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 overturnthe machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
thatyou willnot have to stop orshift
while on the slope.
Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-
tions for wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.
Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These can change
the stabilityofthe machine.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do not make sudden
changesin speed or direction.
Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straightdown the
slope.
DO NOT:
• Do not turnon slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill,if possible.
• Donotmow near drop-offs,ditches,or
embankments. The mower could
suddenlyturnover if a wheel is overthe
edge ofa cliffor ditch, or ifan edge
caves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilizethe machine by
puttingyourfoot on the ground.
• Donatusegrasscatcheronsteep
slopes.
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