SAFETY

WARNING: This machine is capable of crushing or amputating body parts. It is capable of 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 slip and fall accidents. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.

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.

Stop engine and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to follow these rules could lead to loss of control of machine, severe personal injury or death to you or bystanders. It may also result in damage to property or machine.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

2. Warning

WARNING: Indicates a

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in death or serious injury.

3. Caution

CAUTION: Indicates a

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

4. Notice

NOTICE: Indicates information or procedures that are considered important but not hazard related. If not followed property damage could result.

5. Important

IMPORTANT: Indicates general reference information worthy of special attention.

SAFETY DECALS

This machine is capable of crushing or amputating body parts. It is capable of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

These are safety alert symbols. They mean:

•ATTENTION!

•YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

When you see this symbol:

•BECOME ALERT!

•OBEY THE MESSAGE!

SIGNAL WORDS

The safety alert symbols above and signal words below are used on decals and in this manual.

Read and understand all safety messages.

1. Danger

DANGER: Indicates an

IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death or serious injury.

The safety decals on the machine are visual reminders of the important safety information found in this manual. All messages found on the machine must be fully understood and carefully followed. Safety decals found on the machine are explained below.

Always replace missing or damaged safety decals. Replacement decal information is in the Parts Manual for your machine. Decals can be ordered from your Dealer.

See Figure 2 for safety decal locations.

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