Ariens Pro-24 HWSP manual 6

Clear work area of stones, sticks, wire and	Keep safety devices or guards in place and
foreign objects which might be picked up and	functioning properly. NEVER modify or
thrown. Tall grass can hide obstacles.	remove safety devices.
Know the work area. Stay alert for holes,	Read, understand, and follow all instructions
rocks, rough terrain and hidden hazards.	in the manual and on the machine before
Keep away from drop-offs, ditches, or	starting. Understand:
embankments that could cause operator to	• How to operate all controls
lose footing or control of unit.	• The functions of all controls
ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating	• How to STOP in an emergency.
along streets or curbs.	DO NOT attempt to start your engine until
Keep work area clear of all persons, children	you know what the controls do and how they
and pets.	work.
Keep children out of the work area and under	DO NOT tilt mower when starting it.
the watchful care of a responsible adult.	Keep feet away when starting engine.
ALWAYS operate unit when there is good	DO NOT start the engine or operate mower
visibility and light.	without side discharge cover or side
DO NOT mow wet grass.	discharge deflector installed.
ALWAYS be sure of your footing. Keep a firm	Never leave a running unit unattended.
hold on handlebar. Walk, NEVER run.	Take all possible precautions when leaving
Engine/blade control feature on mower stops	unit unattended.
engine and blade within 3 seconds whenever	ALWAYS shut off engine, remove key
operator releases handlebar control. Check	(electric start models) and disconnect spark
this feature frequently. If feature fails to	plug wire to prevent accidental starting or
operate, disconnect spark plug wire and	unauthorized use.
adjust or have it repaired before using unit.	Stop engine if anyone enters the work area.
Only trained adults may operate or service
	NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to
unit. Training includes actual operation. The
	unit while engine is running (except where
owner is responsible for training users.
	specifically recommended). Stop engine,
NEVER operate after or during the use of	remove key (electric start models) and wait
medication, drugs or alcohol. Unit requires	for all moving parts to stop before servicing.
complete and unimpaired attention.	DO NOT make cutting height wheel
NEVER allow children to use or service	adjustments while the engine is running.
mower.	If you strike an object, or if equipment
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from	vibrates abnormally, stop engine at once, wait
rotating parts. Rotating parts can cut off body	for moving parts to stop and disconnect wire
parts.	from spark plug. Repair any damage before
ALWAYS keep hands away from pinch points.	restarting unit.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause death	ALWAYS install side discharge cover when
or serious injury. DO NOT run engine in an	mulching.
enclosed area.	ALWAYS install discharge deflector when
ALWAYS protect eyes, face, and body with	side discharging.
adequate safety gear and protective clothes.	ALWAYS shut off engine, allow blade to stop
Wear sturdy footwear, gloves, a hard hat and	and disconnect spark plug wire before
safety goggles or safety glasses with side	clearing clogs or cleaning unit.
shields while operating mower.	Check for wear, damage, and/or
Wear appropriate hearing protection.	deterioration. Replace only with Ariens
NEVER operate mower barefoot or when	original equipment replacement parts for
wearing open sandals or canvas shoes.	safety.
NEVER wear loose clothes, long hair or	To reduce fire hazard and overheating, keep
jewelry that may get caught in rotating parts.	equipment free of grass, leaves, debris or
ALWAYS stand clear of discharge when	excessive lubricants.
operating unit.	Use extra care when approaching blind
NEVER direct discharge toward bystanders.	corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects which

Operator is responsible for bystander safety.	may obscure vision.
DO NOT touch hot parts. Allow parts to cool.
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