BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D)
ROTATING BLADES
NEVER PUTYOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE CHUTE FOR ANY REASON! Shut off the engine and remove the key and only then use a stick or similar object to remove material if clogging has occurred.
10.If the mower discharge ever plugs, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all movement to stop before removing the obstruction. Do not use your hand to dislodge the clogged discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to remove clogged material.
11.Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness.
6.Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss of control:
A.Mow only in daylight or when there is good artificial light.
B.Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden hazards in the terrain. Keep away from any dropoff. Beware of overhead obstructions (low limbs, etc), underground obstacles (sprinklers, pipes, tree roots, etc.). Cautiously enter a new area. Be alert for hidden hazards.
C.Do not drive close to a
D.Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control. Be especially cautious when changing directions on slopes.
E.Always be sure of your footing. Keep a firm hold on the handles and
F.Do not operate where conditions are slippery
OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS
1.Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all mower and engine controls. Knowing the location, function and operation of these controls is important for safe and efficient operation of the mower.
2.Start the engine when the neutral latches are in the neutral lock position, the cutter blades are disen- gaged, and the transmission is in neutral.
3.Be sure the interlock switches are functioning correctly.
4.DO NOT mow when children and/or others are present. Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. Be alert and turn the machine off if a child enters the area.
5.DO NOT carry passengers.
WARNING:
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If the machine can back up the slope without the wheels slipping, reduce speed and use extreme caution. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED OPERATION.
7.Disengage power to the cutter deck before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after observation of the entire area behind the mower.
8.Disengage power to the cutter deck before crossing roads, walks or gravel drives. Stop blades if not mowing.
9.Shut the engine off and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher container.
10.Never raise the cutter deck while the blades are rotating.
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