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Operator Safety

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

OPERATION

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7.

Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or

14. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or

trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,

obstruction. Material may ricochet back towards the opera-

then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather

tor.

than a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

 

15. Slow down before turning.

8.

DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed

16. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.

vehicles or trailers.

 

17. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine

9.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or

exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.

container opening at all times until fueling is complete. DO

18. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.

NOT use a nozzle lock-open device

See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and

10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-

installation of accessories.

ately.

 

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

11. DO NOT overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tight-

en securely.

 

1. DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside where

OPERATION

 

fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such

 

as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas

1.

DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in

Keep clear of discharge area while engine is running.

an enclosure. Store fuel container out of reach of children in

2.

STOP engine when crossing gravel drives, walks, or

a well ventilated, u occupied building.

roads, and under any conditions where thrown objects

2. Keep mower and e gi e free of grass, leaves or excess

might be a hazard.

 

g ease to reduce fire hazard a d engine overheating.

3.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

3. When dra n ng fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved

4.

DO NOT operate mower while under the influence of

c ntainer ou d rs and away from open flame.

alcohol or drugs.

 

4. Keep all bol s, especially blade bolts, nuts and screws

5.

After striking a foreign object or if mower vibra es

properly ight. Check that all cotter pins are in proper

abnormally, STOP the engine, disconnect and secure spark

position.

plug wire. Inspect the mower for any damage and repair the

5. Always provide adequate ventilation when running

damage before starting.

 

engine. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a

6.

DO NOT mow near drop offs, ditches or embankments.

ea ly poison.

Operator could lose footing or balance.

6. Service engine and make adjustments only when engine

7.

STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall

is stopped. Removed spark plug wire from spark plug and

grass can hide obstacles. Keep away from ditches, wash-

secure wire away from spark plug to prevent accidental

outs, culverts, fences and protruding objects.

starting.

8.

DO NOT mow on wet grass. Always be sure of your

7. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or

footing. Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk, v r run.

overspeed engine.

Slipping could cause injury.

 

8. Check grass bag assembly frequently for wear or dete-

9.

ALWAYS stay behind handle when engine (motor) is

rioration to avoid thrown objects and exposure to moving

running.

 

parts. Replace with new bag if loose seams or tears are evi-

10. DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running.

dent. Replace slider or bag adapter if broken or cracked.

STOP BLADE and STOP ENGINE before leaving the

9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades

operators position for any reason.

 

or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when han-

 

 

Reproduction

11. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting make cer-

dling them.

tain engine, blade and all moving parts have STOPPED.

10. DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to

Disconnect and secure spark plug wire away from plug to

spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine.

prevent accidental starting.

 

11. Have machine serviced by an authorized dealer at least

12. STOP engine and wait until the blade comes to com-

once a year and have the dealer install any new safety

plete STOP before removing grass bag and/or clearing

devices.

grass.

 

12. Use only factory authorized replacement parts or like

13. DO NOT operate mower without the entire grass

parts when making repairs.

catcher, rear guard, or other safety devices in place and

 

working. DO NOT point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or doors.

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Contents Not For Erence NotTable of Contents Operating Safety Operator SafetyMoving Parts From Previous Column Protection for Children PreparationFrom Previous From Previous Column Safe Handling of Gasoline OperationDeath Operator Safety Safety and Operation DecalsLowed. Not following these important warnings Instructions can result in serious bodily injury orExplanation of Operati Decals ReproductionOrf Not Reproduction Features and ControlsAssemble the Grass Bag Assembly Unpack the MowerRaise the Handle Assembly Set Up the Starter Rope HandleEngine. Failure to add oil before starting will result Operation Before StartingOil Recomme datio s Important Mower is shipped without oilFuel Recommendations Starting the MowerPropelling the Mower Stopping the MowerMulching Operation Operation Cutting Height AdjustmentOperation Installing the Discharge Deflector Installing the Grass Bag7800887 Operation Charging the BatteryEmissions Control Maintenance Maintenance ChartChange Engine Oil Service Air Filter MaintenanceWithin 3 seconds Check Safety Interlock System MaintenanceClean Debris Off Mower Washout PortAdjusting the drive cable Maintenance Drive Control AdjustmentFuel System Maintenance Storage ProcedureProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingWarranties Warranty PeriodReproductionOn Your Small Off-Road Engine Emissions Label Slope Guide Mower Specifications AllEngine Manual del operador Ciones para consultarlas en el futuro Índice Niños Seguridad del usuarioManejar el equipo con seguridad Lea el manualCombustible y mantenimiento Piezas móvilesObjetos tirados Acumulación de desechosContinuación de la columna previa Proteja a LOS Niños PreparaciónContinuación de la página anterior Manipulación Segura DE LA Funcionamiento GasolinaSeguridad y funcionamiento Seguridad del usuario Etiquetas transparentes deExplicación del significado de las etiq Etas de funcionamientoImportante Características y controlesHie ba Montaje Desembalaje del cortacéspedLevantamiento del conjunto de La manilla Ensamblaje de la bolsa paraRecomendaci Funcionamiento Antes de empezarDetención del cortacésped FuncionamientoEncendido del cortacésped Propulsión del cortacéspedAdvertencia 18 cm 10,16 cm La batería de este cortacésped está sellada y no necesita Funcionamiento Carga de la bateríaControl de emisiones Mantenimiento Tabla de mantenimientoAceite’. No llene el depósito en exceso Limpieza de los desechos del cortacésped Mantenimiento Revisar el sistema de bloqueo de seguridadPuerto de deslave Ilustración 19 Ajuste del cable de guiado Mantenimiento Ajuste del control de la transmisiónSistema de combustible Mantenimiento Procedimiento de almacenamientoProblema Causa Probable Acción Correctoras Solución de problemasElemento Uso de consumo Uso comercial GarantíasAbril Sensor de Inclinación Guía DE InclinacionesCortacésped Especificaciones TodosMotor
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