SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General Maintenance
•Never operate machine in a closed area.
•Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
•If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restar- ting.
•Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
•Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.
•Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
•Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
•Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
•Do not modify safety equipment. Check regularly to be sure it works properly. The machine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates, protective cowlings, safety switches, or other protective devices.
•Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine speeds. If you run the engine too fast, you risk damaging the machine components.
•Be very careful when handling battery acid. Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive burns. If you spill battery acid on your skin, rinse immediately with water.
WARNING!
The battery contains lead and lead compounds, chemicals that are considered to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive system damage. Wash your hands after handling the battery.
Never run the machine in an enclosed area.
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