
Operator Safety
WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects ! that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these
instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment.
PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN |
| PREPARATION | |||
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to | (Continued From Previous Column) | ||||
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to | Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool. Clean | ||||
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that | spilled fuel and oil from machine. DO NOT smoke. | ||||
children will remain where you last saw them. |
| 5. | Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects | ||
1. | KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the | such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could | |||
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. | cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing. | ||||
2. | DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated | Also note the location of holes, stumps, and other possible | |||
and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the area. |
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3. | DO NOT allow | 6. | Keep people and pets out of the mowing area. | ||
4. | ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with mature | Immediately, STOP Blade, Stop engine and Stop mower if | |||
judgment under close adult supervision to operate machine. | anyone enters the area. | ||||
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DO NOT pull mower backwards unless absolutely | 7. | Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and | |||
necessary. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, | other safety devices freque tly for proper operation and | ||||
pets and hazards before and while backing. |
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6. | USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners, | 8. | Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if | ||
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. | damaged. | ||||
SLOPE OPERATION |
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| 9. | Prote yourself when mowing and wear safety glass- | |
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| es, long pants and substantial footwear. DO NOT mow | |||
1. | Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall acci- | barefooted or with sandals. | |||
dents, which can result in severe injury. All sl pes require | 10. Know how to STOP blade and engine quickly in | ||||
extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, DO | OT m w | preparation for emergencies. | |||
it. | Mow across slopes, never | 11. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine | |||
2. | into a trailer or truck. | ||||
extreme CAUTION when changing directions | slopes. | 12. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs | |||
DO NOT mow steep slopes or other areas where stability | f wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent | ||||
traction is in doubt. Refer to the Slope Guide at the back of | injury from thrown objects going through weak or torn spots. | ||||
this manual. |
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| SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE | ||
3. | Use extra care with grass catchers or oth r attachments; | ||||
these affect the handling and the stability of the machine. | To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme | ||||
PREPARATION |
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| care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable | ||
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| and the vapors are explosive. | |||
1. | Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings | 1. | Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources | ||
in this manual and on the mower, engine and attachments. | of ignition. | ||||
Know the controls and the proper use of the mower before | 2. | Use only an approved fuel container. | |||
starting. |
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| 3. | DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine | |
2. | Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the | running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. | |||
machine and only after proper instruction. |
| 4. | DO NOT refuel the machine indoors. | ||
3. | Data indicates that operators age 60 and above, are | 5. | DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside where | ||
involved in a large percentage of | there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a | ||||
These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the | water heater or other appliances. | ||||
mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from | 6. | DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck | |||
serious injury. |
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| or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the contain- | ||
4. | Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and | ers on the ground away from the vehicle before filling. |
vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel container. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running.
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