SECTION 2 - SAFETY
WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the safety instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death.
Slopes are a major factor related to
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive, handle with care.
Disengage attachment, stop unit and engine, remove key, engage parking brake, and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.
2.1 SAFETY ALERTS
Look for these symbols to point out important safety precautions. They mean:
Attention!
Personal Safety Is Involved!
Become Alert!
Obey The Message!
The safety alert symbol is used in decals and with this manual. Understand the safety message. It contains important information about personal safety on or near the unit.
DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death or serious injury.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
2.2 NOTATIONS
NOTE: General reference information for proper operation and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.
2.3 EQUIPMENT SAFETY
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals.
1. Caution!
•Maximum tongue weight: 30 lbs.
•Maximum trailer weight: 300 lbs.
•Do not use hitch with bagger attached.
•Do not use on steep hills or slopes.
•Do not park on hills when trailer is attached.
•Do not use with any ground engaging equipment.
2. Danger!
Avoid injury - Stay clear of rotating parts.
3. Danger!
Always keep feet and hands away from rotating parts.
Always stand clear of discharge area. Do not direct discharge toward other people.
Keep people away from unit while operating.
Shut off engine, remove key, and read manual before you adjust or repair unit.
NO STEP! Always keep feet away from rotating parts.
4.Warning!
Always stand clear of discharge area.
Do not operate mower unless bagger is attached or guards are in operating position.
5.Danger! To Avoid Serious Injury or Death Read the operator’s manual.
Keep children and others away from unit while operating.
Never direct discharge toward other people. Thrown objects can cause injury.
Look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children.
Go up and down slopes, not across.
DO NOT operate on slopes over 10o.
•If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down slowly.
•Avoid sudden turns.
•Keep safety devices (guards, shields switches, etc.) in place and working.
•Check interlock system per manual before use.
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