1.SAFETY
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL 
IS USED BOTH IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE MACHINE TO IDENTIFY IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES WHICH MUST BE FOLLOWED TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. THIS SYMBOL MEANS:
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The safety alert symbol appears above information which alerts you of unsafe actions or situations and will be followed by the word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
When used with the word DANGER: IT DENOTES THAT AN EXTREME HAZARD EXISTS WHICH WOULD RESULT IN HIGH PROBABILITY OF DEATH OR IRREPARABLE INJURY IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN.
When used with the word WARNING: IT DENOTES THAT A HAZARD EXISTS WHICH CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN.
When used with the word CAUTION: IT DENOTES A REMINDER OF SAFETY PRACTICES OR DIRECTS ATTENTION TO UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN.
1.2TRAINING
1.2.1Regard the Exmark mower as a piece of power equipment andteach this regard to all who operate this unit.
1.2.2Read the instructions carefully. Familiarize yourself with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
1.2.3Never allow children, teenagers, or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower.
1.2.4Avoid mowing while people, especially children, or pets, are nearby. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
1.3PREPARATION
1.3.1The use of personal protective equipment, such as (but not limited to) protection for the eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended.
1.3.2While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate equipment when barefoot or when wearing open sandals.
1.3.3Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects, which may damage the equipment or cause personal injury to the operator or bystanders.
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