Safety
!WARNING ! : Failure to comply with the follow- ing instructions may result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance.
TRAINING
1.Read this manual carefully and question your dealer if something is not clear. Should the dealer be unable or unavailable to answer your questions, call or write our factory.
2.Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment.
3.DO NOT allow children in the yard or area when the mower is operating.
4.DO NOT allow
5.Allow only responsible teenagers with mature judgment to operate mower and only when being supervised.
6.Keep the area clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.
PREPARATION
1.The use of personal protective equipment, such as (but not limited to) protection for the eyes, ears, feet and head is highly recom- mended.
2.Never operate the mower without proper guards, covers, safety switches and devices in place and properly functioning. Inspect to determine that these safety devices are installed properly, are in good condition and operate properly. If the condition of any of these devices is questionable, they must be replaced or repaired before using the mower.
3.Thoroughly inspect the area and remove all stones, sticks, wire and other debris. Also note other possible hazards such as holes, stumps, sprinkler heads etc..
4.Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open shoes. Always wear substantial footwear and long pants.
5.Fill gasoline tank before starting the engine. Only use an approved gasoline container. Do not smoke near open gasoline containers. Do not fill gasoline tank indoors or when engine is running or hot. Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting engine.
6.Never attempt to make any adjustments (even the smallest) when engine is running.
7.Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
8.Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm grip on the handle and walk, never run.
OPERATION
1.Do not change engine governor settings or over speed the engine.
2.Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts when operating mower.
3.Disengage blade drive when crossing gravel drives, walks, roads or under any condition where thrown objects might be a hazard.
4.After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates abnormally, stop the engine and discon- nect the spark plug. Inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage.
5.Stop the engine and wait for the blades to stop rotating whenever you leave the operating position for any reason, including emptying the grass catcher or making any adjustments or repairs.
6.Mow across slopes, never up and down. Use caution when changing direction on slopes. Always turn uphill. Do not mow very steep slopes. Do not use sulky on any slopes.
7.When parking mower, stop engine and leave drive levers down in DRIVE position with trans- mission in gear to prevent rolling. Never park mower on a slope.
8.NEVER OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, WITH ENGINE RUNNING, IN AN ENCLOSED OR CONFINED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTILATION OF THE ENGINE EXHAUST.
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