Safety Precautions and Decals

This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury.

Read this manual completely. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet, and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

•Read the manual. Learn to operate this machine safely.

•Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place the wire where it cannot contact the spark plug, to prevent accidentally starting the engine when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

•Keep all shields and guards in place.

•Understand the speed, steering and stability of this machine. Know the positions and operations of all controls before you operate this machine. Check all of the controls in a safe area before starting to work with this machine.

•Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with these instructions to operate this machine. Never allow children to operate this machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. that can be picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point at anyone. Stop the machine if anyone enters the mowing area. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Keep children under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

•No riders!

•Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

•Do not mow in reverse. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

•Turn off the blades when not mowing. Before leaving the machine, turn off the blades and stop the engine.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.