Operator Safety
Moving Parts
This equipment has moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you stand behind the handle properly and follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate.
The mower deck has a spinning mower blade that can amputate hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running!
To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is equipped with an operator present safety system. Do NOT attempt to alter or bypass the sys- tem. See your dealer immediately if the system does not pass all the safety interlock system tests found in this manual.
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| Thrown Objects | |
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| This unit has a spinning mower blade. This blade can pick up and | ||
| throw deb is that could seriously i jure a bysta der. Be sure to clean | ||
| up the a ea to be mowed BEFORE you start mowing. | ||
| Do n | t perate this unit w th | ut the entire grass catcher or discharge |
| guard (de lect r) in place. |
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| Also, do not allow anyone in | he area while the unit is running! If | |
| someone does enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they | ||
| leave. |
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Accumulation of grass and debris can result in a fire. Be su | to clean any |
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accumulation of grass and debris with a brush or com essed air, before |
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and after operation. |
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| Fuel and Maintenance | |
| Gasoline is extremely flammable. Its vapors are also extremely flam- | ||
| mable and can travel to distant ignition sources. Gasoline must only | ||
| be used as a fuel, not as a solvent or cleaner. It should never be | ||
| stored any place where its vapors can build up or travel to an ignition | ||
| source like a pilot light. Fuel belongs in an approved, plastic, sealed | ||
| gas can, or in the tractor fuel tank with the cap securely closed. | ||
| Spilled fuel needs to be cleaned up immediately. | ||
| Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance of your | ||
| unit. Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in this | ||
| manual, especially periodically testing the safety system. | ||
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