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IMPORTANT:This cutting machine is ca-
pable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result
in serious injury or death.
GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all in-
structions in the manual and on the
machine before starting.
, Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to oper-
ate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry 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 di_
rection and do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without ei-
ther the entire grass catcher or the
guard in place, _'_!
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine unat-
tended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and re-
move keys before dismounting,
• Turn off blades when not mowing,
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
tight
• Do not operate the machine while un-
der the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating near
or crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or un-
loading the machine into a trailer or
truck.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60
years and above, are involved in a
large percentage of riding mower-re-
lated injuries. These operators should
evaluate their ability to operate the
riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious in-
jury.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss_
of-control and tipover accidents, which
can result tn severe injury or death_ AIr
slopes require extra caution, tf you can-
not back up the slope or if you feet un-
easy 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. Un-
even terrain could overturn the ma-
chine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a tow gear
so that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-
dations for wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.
, Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These can change
the stabitity of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual° Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction,
• Avoid starting or stopping on 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 stowly and gradu,.
ally downhill, if possible,
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could sud-
denly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves 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
s_opes,
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the ma-
chine and the mowing activity. Neveras.
sume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
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