SAFETY
HANDLE FUEL SAFELY - AVOID FIRES
Handle gasoline with care; it is highly flammable. Use an approved gasoline container.
Fill the fuel tank outdoors.
DO NOT fill tank completely full.
DO NOT smoke while you fill fuel tank.
DO NOT remove gas cap if engine is running.
READ SAFETY SIGNS
Carefully read and follow all caution stickers.
WARNING 
ALL GUARDS MUST BE IN PLACE
WHILE MACHINE IS IN OPERATION
WARNING 
KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY
FROM MOVING PARTS
OPERATE SAFELY
Carefully read this manual and operate sod cutter correctly.
PROTECT CHILDREN
Keep children and pets out of the area where you are cutting sod.
AVOID TIPPING
Make sure you do not get too close to sharp
OPERATE SAFELY ON SLOPES
You may cut sod any direction on slopes, however, make sure you do this carefully. Cutting on slopes can be dangerous. To avoid any accidents, make sure to leave yourself room to correct the problem if one arises. Always park your sod cutter on level ground.
PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE
Keep all machine parts in good condition and fastened in place. Fix damages immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Whenever you work on the sod cutter, disconnect spark plug wire.
START ENGINE SAFELY
Make sure hands and feet are out of the way of moving parts when starting engine.
ENGINE STARTING
PROCEDURES
NOTICE: There are two locations on this engine that require oil, both the crankcase and the transmission (gearbox). Running the engine or gearbox with a low oil level can cause engine damage. Refer to the engine manual for complete engine information and recommendations.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
1.BEFORE CHECKING ENGINE:
•make certain the engine is level
•the engine switch is in the OFF position
•the sod cutter blade is NOT engaged
•the drive wheels are disengaged.
2.Remove the filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
3.Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.If the oil level is low, fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil. SAE
5.Screw in the filler cap/dipstick securely.
TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL CHECK
1.Check the transmission oil level with the engine stopped and in a level position.
2.Remove the filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
3.Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler hole. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.If the oil level is low, add oil to reach the upper limit mark on the dipstick. Use the same oil that is recommended for the engine, SAE
5.Screw in the filler cap/dipstick securely.
STARTING ENGINE
1.Turn fuel cock to the "open" position.
2.Turn choke on (closed).
3.Turn ignition switch to "on".
4.Move throttle lever on engine to half throttle position.
5.Pull recoil starter rope until engine starts.
6.After engine is warm, turn off choke (open).
7.Allow engine to run one minute before cutting sod.
8.Check engine rpm setting before operating. DO NOT exceed 3600 rpm.
STOPPING ENGINE
1.Turn throttle to "slow" position.
2.Turn off ignition switch.
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