Safety Decals, At front of deck | Bolens 52069-6HP, 52068

	Section 1: Safety	3

5.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

6.To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spills. Let machine cool before storing.

7.After striking an object, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Inspect the machine and repair, if necessary, before restarting.

8.Never make adjustments or repairs while engine is running.

9.Components subject to wear, damage and deterioration could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with factory recommended parts, when necessary. Regularly inspect the trimmer head and debris shield. Make sure they are not bent, damaged, or loose.

10.Only use eighteen-inch long .130" or

.155" diameter trimmer line. Never use other lengths, diameters or material as trimmer line.

11.Trimmer line moves at high speed and can cut. Always stop the engine and let all moving parts stop before replacing the trimmer lines. Let the engine cool.

12.Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. The governor controls maximum safe oper- ating speed and protects the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by overspeed. Authorized service shall be sought if a problem exists.

13.Do not touch engine parts which may be hot from operation. Allow parts to cool completely before inspecting, cleaning or repairing the unit.

14.Maintain or replace safety and instructional decals. Refer to the Parts List for replacement decal information.

15.Use only original-equipment replace- ment parts. Parts manufactured by others could present safety hazards and affect performance even though they may fit on this machine.

16.Remember – the end of the season is a good time to inspect equipment prior to storage.

17.To guard against engine overheating, always keep the engine debris guard mounted and clean.

18.For units equipped with electric start:

a)Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc., away. Ventilate area when charging battery. Do not charge battery in an airtight space.

b)Do not use a battery charger other than the one provided with the unit.

c)The battery contains toxic mate- rials. Do not damage the battery case. If the case is broken or dam- aged, avoid contact with the bat- tery contents.

d)Properly dispose of a damaged or worn out battery. Check with local authorities for proper disposal methods.

e)Do not short circuit the battery. Severe burns and fire can result.

SAFETY DECALS

For your safety and the safety of others, various safety and operational decals are located on your unit (see below).

Keep the decals clean and legible at all times. Contact your local service dealer or the factory for replacements if any decals are damaged or missing.

Refer to the Parts List in this manual for decal locations, part numbers and ordering instructions.

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