moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For your safety protection, frequently check components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts when necessary.
•Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing blade(s).
•Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
•Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot during operation and can cause a burn. Allow to cool down before touching.
•Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.
•Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment and the ecology.
•Prior to disposal, determine the proper method to dispose of waste from your local Environmental
Protection Agency. Recycling centers are established to properly dispose of materials in an environmentally safe fashion.
•Use proper containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them. Properly dispose of the containers immediately following the draining of fluids.
•DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the ground, down a drain or into a stream, pond, lake or other body of water. Observe Environmental Protection Agency regulations when disposing of oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, batteries, tires and other harmful waste.
Your Responsibility
•Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
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