I.GENERAL OPERATION
,Read, understand, and followall instructionsin the manual end on the machine before starling,
,On_y agow responsible adults, who are familiar wIth the tnstructlons, to op_rala the machine.
=Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, eta, whichcouldbe pickedup and lhrawnby theblade
•Beaura Ihe area tsclear ofother peopfe before mewing Stop machine if anyone enters the area
•Never carry p=_ssengers
•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always fook down and behind belore and while backing
•Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
tt at anyone, Do not operate the mower withouteither the entire grass catcher or the guard in place
•Slow down before turning
•Never leave a running machine unattended. Always tam off blades, set parking brake, slop engine, and remove keys before dismounting
•Turn oft blades when not mowing.
•Stop engine belore removinggrass catcher or unclogging chute.
•Mow onlyIsdaylightorgood artMclalilght
•Do not operate the machine while under the Inlluenca el etcohot or drugs
•Welch for Irafiio when operating nearor crossing roadways.
•Use exlra care when {ceding or unloading themachine Into a traitor or truck,
IL SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to Ices-of-control and t_poveraccidents, which can resull in severe Injuny or death. All slopes require extra caulion. I{ you cannot back up the siope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow It.
DO:
•Mow up and down slopes, not across
•Remove obstectessuch as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
ovedum the machine Tatl grass can hide obetacfas
,Use slow speed, Choose a low gear so that you wtilnot have lo slop or shift while on the slope
,Follow the manufacturer's recommendallons Ior wheel weights or counterWeightsto Improve stability?
•Usa extra care with grass catchers or other attachments, These can change the stabilityof the maoMns
•Keep allmovement onthe slopes slow and gradual Do not make suddenchanges inspeed or d_rectfen
•Avoid starting or slopping on e slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades ano proceed slowly straight down Ihe slope
DO NOT:
•Donotturnonslopasuniessnecessary, andthen, tumslowly and graduallydownhill,{tposslble
. Do not mow near drop=oh's,ditches, or embankments. The
mower couldsuddenly turn over tf a wheat Is over the edge of a clilf or ditch, or if an edge caves in_
•Do not mow on wet grass., Reduced Iractton could cause sliding
•Do sol try tostabilizethe machine by puttingyour toot on the ground°
•Do not usa grass catcher on sleep slopes
IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and lhe mowing activity, Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
°Keepchtidrenou!of the mowing area and under the watchful careofanotherresponsibleadult
•Be Bled and Iura mschlne off ifchildren enter the area
•Before and when backing, look behind and down for small
children
•Never carFy children. They may fall oil and be seriously Injuredor intedere with sate machine operation
•Never aItow chltdren to operate the machine,
•Use extra care when approaching bl_nd comers, shrubs, trees, or other objectsthat may obscure vision,
IV. SERVICE
•Use extra care in hand)(ng gasottne andotherfusts_ They are gammable and vapors are expIoslve
Use onlyan approved container,
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running Allow engine to cool belore refue!ing. Do not smoke,
Never refuel the machine indoors
Never store themachine or fuelcontainer Inside where thera Is an open game, such as a water heater
•Never run a machine inside a closed area,
." Keep nuts and boltm especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment ingood condition
•Never tamper wllh safety devices Check Ihek proper operation regularly
•Keepmachine free o! grass leaves, or other debris build-up
C san o or luel spillage Allow machine to cool beg'ore storing,
Slop and inspect the equipmenl ityou strike an obJecl. Repair, I!necessary, before resladlng_
•Never make adjustmentsor repairs with the engine running
•Grasscalchercomponenls are subject towear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow
ob acts Io be thrown, Frequenllycheck components and rapace w lh manufacturer srecommended pads, when nec- essary
•Mower blades are sharp and can cuL Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them-
. Check brake operation frequently, Adjust and service as required.
portant safety precautions. It means
i_CAUTIONHLook for thlsBECOMEsymbol ALERTIIIto point outYOURim-
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug
spark plug In order to prevent accidental
_b wire and plaee wire where tt cannot contect starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs.
A WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product con- tams cnemtcats Known to the State of uad!or-
nla to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
