IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachine is capableof amputatinghandsand feet andthrow- ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscould result in serious injuryor death.
WARNING: In order to preventac-
cidental startingwhen setting up,trans- porting, adjustingor makingrepairs, alwaysdisconnectspark plugwire and placewire where it cannotcontactspark plug.
WARNING: Do not coastdown a
hillin neutral,you may losecontrol of the tractor.
WARNING: Towonly the attachments
that are recommendedby and complywith specificationsof the manufacturerof your tractor.Use commonsensewhen towing. Operateonly at the lowest possiblespeed whenon a slope. Tooheavyof a load, while on a slope,is dangerous.Tires can losetractionwith the ground and cause you to losecontrol of your tractor.
WARNING:Engine exhaust,some
of its constituents,and certainvehicle componentscontainor emit chemicals knownto the State of Californiato cause
cancer and birth defectsor other reproduc- tive harm.
WARNING:Battery posts,terminals and relatedaccessoriescontainlead and
leadcompounds,chemicalsknownto the State of Californiato causecancer and
birth defectsor other reproductiveharm. Wash hands after handling.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
•Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the
manual before starting.
•Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
•Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blades.
•Be sure the area is clear of bystand- ers before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
•Never carry passengers.
•Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
•Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when cross- ing gravel surfaces.
•Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and working.
•Slow down before turning.
•Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
•Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before clean- ing the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.
•Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
•Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
•Use extra care when loading or un-
loading the machine into a trailer or truck.
•Always wear eye protection when oper- ating machine.
•Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding
riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious
injury.
•Followthe manufacturer's recommen- dation for wheel weights or counter- weights.
•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris
Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause
spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before
storage.