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OWNER'S INFORMATION
This instructionbookisforseveraldifferentmodels.Theinstructions
arewrittenfora personwithsomemechanicalability.Likemostser-
vicebooks,notallthestepsaredescribed.Stepsonhowtoloosenor
tightenfastenersarestepsanyonecanfollowwith somemechanical
ability.Readandfollowtheseinstructionsbeforeyouusetheunit.
Knowyourproduct:lfyou understandthe unitand howthe unitoper-
afas,youwillget the bestperformance.As you readthis manual, com-
pare the illustrationstothe unit.Learn the locationand the functionof
the controls•Tohelpprevent an accident, followthe operating instruc-
tions andthe safety rules, Keep this manual for futurereference.
IMPORTANT:Many unitsare not assembledand are soldincar-
tons.Itistheresponsibilityofthe ownerto makesuretheassembly
instructionsinthismanualare exactlyfollowed.Otherunitsarepur-
chased inan assembled condition. On assembled units, itis the re-
sponsibility of the owner to make sure the unit is correctly
assembled. The owner must carefully check the unit according to
the instructions in this manual before it is first used.
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER
11rerns_nsibility oftheowneristo follow the instructions below.
1. Carefullyreadand follow the rulesfor safe operation•
2. Followallthe assemblyinstructions.
3. Inspecttheunit.
4. Makesurethattheoperatoroftheunitknowshowtocorrectly
useallstandardand accessoryequipment.
5. Operate the unitonly withguards,shields,and othersafety
items inplaceand workingcorrectly.
6. Correctlyadjusttheunit.
7. Servicetheunitonlywithauthorizedorapprovedreplacement
parts.
8. Completeallmaintenanceon theunit.
Environmental Awareness
• Do not fill the engine's fuel tank completely full.
• Drain fuel for off- season storage.
• Use only unleaded gasoline.
• Service the air cleaner regularly.
• Change oil regularly, Use 10W- 30 oil in summer.
• Tune- up the engine regulady.
• Keep equipment in efficientoperating condition.
• Dispose of used engine oil properly.
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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Ride- on Mowers
WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
I. General operation
1. Read, understand and follow allinstructions inthe InstructionBook, onthe machine, the engine and withany attachments before starting.
2. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions,to operate the machine.
3. Clear the area ofobjects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
4. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.
5. Never carry passengers.
6. Turn off power to the blades or any attachments before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look
clownand behind before and while backing.
7. Be aware ofthe mower discharge directionand do notpoint itat anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entiregrass bagger
or the mower guard in place.
8. Slow down before turning.
9. Never leave a machine unattended with the engine running. Always turn off the blade(s), set the parking brake, stop the engine and
remove the key before dismounting.
10. Turn off power to attachment(s) when transporting or not in use. Turn offthe blade(s) when not mowing.
11. Stop the engine before removing the grass bagger or unclogging the chute.
12. Mow only in daylight or good artificiallight.
13. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs or when very tired.
14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
15. Use extra caution when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
16. Turn off all attachment clutches before attempting to start the engine.
17. Always wear goggles, safety glasses, or an eye shield when you operate the unitto protect your eyes fromforeign objects that can be
thrown from the unit.Always wear eye protection when you make an adjustment or repair to the machine.
18. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
a. Use only approved drawbar hitohpoints.
b. Limit loads to those you can safely control.
c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
d. Use counterweights or wheel weights when suggested in the Instruction Book.
t 9. Do notoperate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate
this machine.
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