Safety Instructions - Maintenance
1.To prevent accidental starting of the engine when servicing or adjusting the machine, re- move the key from the ignition switch and dis- connect the spark plug wires.
2.To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine free of grass, leaves, excessive grease, and dirt.
3.Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to ensure the machine is in a safe, working condition. Check the blade mounting nuts frequently, mak ing sure they are tight.
4.Perform only maintenance instructions de- scribed in this manual. Unauthorized mainte- nance operations or machine modifications may result in unsafe operating conditions.
5.If the engine must be running to perform a main tenance adjustment, keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts. Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.
6.Always use the proper engine service manual when working on the engine. Unauthorized maintenance operations or modifications to the engine may result in unsafe operating conditions.
7.Altering the equipment or engine in any manner which adversely affects its operation, perfor mance, durability, or use will VOID the war- ranty and may cause hazardous conditions.
8.Never attempt to disconnect any safety devices or defeat the purpose of these safety devices.
9.Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor has been
10.Use genuine factory replacement parts. Substitute parts may result in product malfunc- tion and possible injury to the operator and/or others.
11.Use care when charging the battery or per forming maintenance on the battery and electri- cal system:
a.Make sure the battery charger is unplugged before connecting or disconnecting cables to the battery.
b.Charge the battery in a
c.Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materi als away from the battery at all times. To avoid sparks, use care when removing bat tery cables from posts.
d.Disconnect both battery cables before un- plugging any wiring connectors or making repairs on the electrical system.
IMPORTANT: Keep all applicable manuals im- mediately accessible to anyone who may oper- ate or service this machine.
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