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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwingobjects, Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in
sedous injuryor death.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructionsin the manual and on the
machine before starting.
• Only allow responsibleadults, who are
familiarwith the instructions,to operate
the machine.
• Clear the area of objects suchas
rocks,toys, wire, etc., whichcould 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 unlessabso-
lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
• Be aware ofthe mower discharge
directionand do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher or the
guard in place.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a runningmachine
unattended, Always tum off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or uncloggingchute.
• Mow only in daylightor good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffic wt_en operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or
unloading the machine into a trailer or
truck.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60
years and above, are involvedin a
large pementaga of dding mower.
related injuries. These operators
should evaluate their ability to operate
the ddingmower safely enough to
protect themselves and others from
sedous injury.
• Keep machinefree of grass, loaves or
other debds build-upwhich can touch
hotexhaust / engine parts and bum. Do
notallow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debris whichcan cause build-
upto occur.
Clean any oil or fuel
spillage before operating or storingthe
machine. Allowmachine to coolbefore
storage.
II, SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-
of-control and tipover accidents, which
can resultin severe injury or death. All
slopes require extra caution. If you
cannot back up the slope or ifyou feel
uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow up end down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree
limbs,etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you willnot have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
Follow the manufacturer's recommen-
dationsfor wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.
Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These can change
the stability of the machine.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stoppingon 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 slowly and gradu-
ally downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could
suddenly turn over if a wheel isover
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
• Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilizethe machine by
puttingyour foot on the ground.
• Do notuse grass catcher on steep
slopes.
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