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• Exercise specialcare when mowing aroundfixed
objectsin orderto preventthe bladesfrom stdking
them. Never deliberately runtractoror mower onto
or over any foreign object.
• Use mower only as the manufacturerintendedand
as describedin this manual.
• Do not operate mower ifit has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Always have damage
repaired before usingyourmower.
• Alwayswear safety glassesor eye shieldswhen
startingand while usingyour mower.
• Dress properly. Do not.operate mowerwhen
barefoot or wearing opensandals. Wear onlysolid
shoeswith good tractionwhen mowing.
• Always make cuttingheight adjustmentsbefore
starting yourmower. Never attemptto do this while
the engine is running.
• Keep youreyes and mindon your mower and the
area being cut. Do not let otherinterests distract
you.
• Do not put handsor feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear ofthe dischargeopeningat all
times.
• Before cleaning, inspecting,or repairing your
mower, stopthe engine and make absolutelysure
the bladeand all movingparts have stopped. Then
disconnectthe spark plugwire and keep itaway
from the spark plugto prevent accidental starting.
• Do notoperate your mower if itvibrates
abnormally. Excessive vibration isan indicationof
damage; stopthe engine,safely checkfor the
cause of vibration and repair as required.
• Never operate yourmowerwithout properguards,
plates, or othersafety devices in place.
I1. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopesare a major factor related to loss-of-controland
Upover accidents, whichcan resultin severe injuryor
death. All slopesrequire extra caution. If you feet
uneasyon it, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstaclessuchas rocks,tree limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain
could overturnthe machine. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
• Use slowspeed. Choose a low gear sothat youwill
nothave to stop or shiftwhile onthe slope.
,P Followthe manufacturer'srecommendationsfor
wheel weights or counterweightsto improve
stability.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
• Avo_ starting or stopping on a stope. If tires Lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
DO NOT:
• Do not tum on slopes unlessnecessary,and then,
turnslowlyand gradually downhill,if possible.
• DOnot mow near drop-offs,ditohes,or
embankments. The mower could suddenlyturn
over if a wheel isover the edge of a cliff or ditch,or
if an edge caves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reducedtraction cot_ld
cause sliding.
IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidentscan occurifthe operatoris not alertto
the presenceof children. Childrenare often attracted
to the machineand the mowingactivity. Never assume
that childrenwillremain where youlast sawthem.
• Keep childrenout ofthe mowingarea and under
the watchfulcare of another responsibleadult..
• Be alert endturn machine off ifchildrenenter the
area.
• Before and when backing,look behind and down
for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fail off and be
seriouslyinjuredor interfere withsafe machine
operation.
• Never allowchildrento operatethe machine.
• Use extra care when approachingblindcomers,
shrubs,trees, or other objectsthat may obscure
vision.
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra carein handlinggasolineand otherfuels.
They are flammable and vapors ere explosive.
• Use only an approved container.
,,* Never remove gas cap or add fuel withthe engine
running.
• Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke near or while operating mower.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never storethe machine or fuel container inside a
room where there is an open flame,such as with a
gas water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a c!osed area.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachme_
nuts,tight end keep equipment in good conditio;_.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
• Keep maciline free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine
to cool before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you stdke an
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
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