HTC Z4219BF, Z4619, Z5426BF, Z4220BF, Z4824BF Safety Instructions, General Operation

SAFETY

Safety Instructions

These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.

WARNING!

This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It concerns your safety.

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING 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.

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 bystanders

before operating. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers. The machine is only

intended for use by one person.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

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 crossing 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.

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Read the operator’s manual before starting the machine

• Never leave a running machine unattended.

Always turn off blades, set parking brake,

stop engine, and remove keys before

dismounting.

Clear the area of objects before mowing

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