IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This powerful machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. If you have any questions pertaining to your machine, contact your local authorized dealer.
PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the work activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
1.KEEP children out of the work area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
2.DO NOT allow children in the work area when machine is operated and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the area.
3.DO NOT allow
4.ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with mature judgment under close adult supervision to operate machine.
5.USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
SLOPE OPERATION
1.Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, DO NOT operate the machine on it.
2.Use extra care, as the debris bag fills, the weight will affect the stability and handling of the machine.
3.DO NOT park machine on slopes.
PREPARATION
1.Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings in this manual and on the machine, engine and attachments. Know the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting.
2.Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction.
3.Data indicates that operators age 60 and above, are involved in a large percentage of machine- related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the machine safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.
PREPARATION
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4.Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel container. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool. Clean spilled fuel and oil from machine. DO NOT smoke.
5.Check the work area and remove all objects such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause injury and damage to the machine. Also note the location of holes, stumps, and other possible hazards.
6.Keep people and pets out of the work area. Immediately, Stop engine if anyone enters the area.
7.Check shields, deflectors, switches, engine controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location.
8.Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if damaged.
9.Protect yourself when operating machine and wear safety glasses, hearing protection, breathing protection, long pants and substantial footwear. DO NOT operate barefooted or with sandals.
10.Know how to STOP engine quickly in preparation for emergencies.
11.Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
12.Check debris bag and components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects going through weak or torn spots.
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive
1.Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
2.Use only an approved fuel container.