Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

All safety instructions and operating instructions in the manuals provided with the Snapper Rear Engine Rider and this Grass Catcher attachment must be followed. Read, understand, and follow ALL instructions and warnings in the Operator’s Manual provided with the machine, with this attachment, and ALL instructions and warnings on the machine, engine and attachment. Failure to comply with ALL instructions and warnings can result in damage, serious injury or death to the operator or other persons.

1)DO NOT allow children or others in the yard when the machine is operated (even with the blades off).

2)DO NOT allow children or others to ride on the machine or attachment (even with the blades off).

3)DO NOT allow children to operate the machine.

4)DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP blades. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets, and hazards before and while backing.

5)FRONT WEIGHT must be installed before operating machine with grass catcher.

6)DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 degrees (18% grade) when equipped with grass catcher.

7)Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on all slopes. Turn blades off when traveling uphill. Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns.

8)DO NOT operate machine across face of slopes. Operate up and down. Practice on slopes with blades off.

9)AVOID uphill starts. If machine stops going up hill or tires lose traction, turn blades OFF and back slowly down the slope.

10)GRASS CATCHER COMPONENTS are subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect all components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged components immediately.

11)DO NOT leave machine with engine running. STOP engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and REMOVE key before leaving operator’s position for any reason.

12)DO NOT attempt to remove or unclog the grass catcher with engine or blades running. Stop engine and blades and make sure all rotating components have come to a complete stop before removing any catcher component or attempting to unclog catcher or deck.

13)DO NOT operate machine with Clamshell Catcher open. The catcher must be closed at all times, unless dumping. Stop blades before dumping grass catcher.