Operator Safety
Operating Safety
Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you.
Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your local authorized dealer.
Read the Manual
The operator’s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURING operation.
Safe operating techniques, an explanationRepof the product’srodufeatu es and ction 
controls, and maintenance information is included to help you get the
most out of your equipment investment.
Be sure to completely read the Safety Rules and Informati n und n the following pages. Also completely read the Operation sec ion.
Children
Tragic acci ents can occur with children. Do not allow them any- where near the area of operation. Children are often attracted to the unit and m wing activity. Never assume that children will remain whe e you last saw them. If there is a risk that children may enter the area where you are mowing, have another responsible adult watch them.
Slope Operation
You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate footing or traction can cause you to lose control or slip and fall.
You should not operate on inclines with a slope greater than 10 degrees, which is a 3.5 ft (1,5 m) rise over 20.0 ft (6,0 m). Always mow across slopes, never up and down.
Also note that the surface you are mowing can greatly impact con- trol. Wet grass or leaves can seriously affect your footing and trac- tion on a slope.
If you feel unsure about operating the unit on an incline, don’t do it. It’s not worth the risk.
3.5 ft
(1,5 m)
20.0ft (6,0 m)
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