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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

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.

Look for this symbol to point out im- portant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

CAUTION: Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas.

WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an in- ternal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. A spark arrester for the muffl er is available through your nearest authorized service center.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related acces- sories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting.

•Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

•Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow- ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

•Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.

•Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely neces- sary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backwards.

•Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruc- tion. Material may richochet back toward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.

•Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices

in place.

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•See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.

•Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.

•Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equip- ment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute.

•Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher.

•Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial light.

•Do not operate the machine while under the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.

•Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing: keep a fi rm hold on the handle and walk; never run.

•Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch onmowerssoequippedbeforestartingtheengine(motor).

•If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

•Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow across the face of slopes: never up and down. Exer- cise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

•Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance.

•Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the trimming area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

•Before and while walking backwards, look behind and down for small children.

•Never allow children to operate the machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

WARNING: CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. The American Academy of Pediatrics rec- ommends that children be a minimum of 12 year of age before operating a pedestrian controlled lawn mower and a minimum of 16 years of age before operating a riding lawn mower.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Manual de Operario II. Slope Operation Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind MowersGeneral Operation III. ChildrenTable of Contents To Remove Lawn Mower from Carton AssemblyHOW to SET UP Your Lawn Mower To Unfold Handle See FigsTo Assemble Grass Catcher See Fig Install Starter Rope See FigTo Install Attachments Tighten T-knobOperation Meets Cpsc Safety RequirementsDrive Control Levers used to engage power Know Your Lawn MowerBlade Control See Fig HOW to USE Your Lawn MowerTHROTTLE/ENGINE Control See Fig Drive Control See Fig Drive Control Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Cutting Height See Fig Simple Steps to Remember When Converting Your Lawn Mower To Convert MowerADD OIL See Fig Before Starting EngineTo Empty Grass Catcher See Fig ADD Gasoline See FigMowing Tips To Stop Engine See FigTo Start Engine See Fig Mulching Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceLubrication Chart Before Each USELawn Mower EngineMuffler To Change Engine OIL See FigAIR Filter See Fig Spark PlugWater Washout Feature See Fig CleaningClean Under Drive Cover Service and Adjustments Fuel System StorageOther Engine OILDoes not start Troubleshooting PointsProblem Cause Correction Poor cut Loss of powerWhen starting UnevenConsumer Wheeled Products Limited Warranty HOW to Obtain Service Consumer Wheeled Limited Warranty Chart Consumer Wheeled Limited Warranty Chart III. Niños OperacionII. Operacion Sobre LAS Cuestas Responsabilidades DEL Cliente Tabla DE MateriasEspecificaciones DEL Producto Para Remover LA Segadora DE LA Caja DE Cartón Montaje / PRE-OPERACIÓNComo Preparar SU Segadora Para Desdoblar EL Mango Vea Figs yPara Instalar LOS Accesorios Para Montar EL Recogedor DE Césped Vea FigInstalación DEL Cordón Arrancador Vea Fig Cumple CON LOS Requisitos DE Seguridad DE LA Cpsc OperaciónFamiliarícese CON SU Segadora Control DE LA Cuchilla Vea Fig Como Usar SU SegadoraMando Motor Vea Fig Para Ajustar LA Altura DE Corte Vea Fig Control DE LA Impulsión Vea FigAjuste DEL Mando Vea Fig Para Convertir LA Segadora Pasos Simples DE Recordar Cuando Convierta SU SegadoraAgregue Aceite Vea Fig Antes DE Hacer Arrancar EL MotorPara Vaciar EL Recogedor DE Césped Vea Fig Agregue Gasolina Vea FigConsejos Para Segar Para Parar EL Motor Vea FigPara Hacer Arrancar EL Motor Vea Fig Consejos Para Segar Y AcolcharAntes DE Cada USO MantenimientoRecomendaciones Generales LubricaciónSegadora MotorSilenciador Para Cambiar EL Aceite DEL Motor Vea FigFiltro DE Aire Vea Fig BujíaDerrubio DEL Agua Vea Fig LimpiezaLimpie Debajo DE LA Cubierta DE LA Impulsión Servicio Y Ajustes Sistema DE Combustible AlmacenamientoOtros Aceite DEL MotorSolución DE Problemas Problema Causa CorrecciónFalta de Productos con ruedas para consumidor Garantía limitada Cómo Obtener Servicio 575 49 43-01 W 2012 IR Consumidor Comercial Alquiler Service Notes Notas Servicio 11/22/2013 by

961430104, 961430103 specifications

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