before restarting.
•Never make adjustments or repairswith
the engine running.
•Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to bethrown: Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended pads,
when necessary.
•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicingthem.
•Check brake operation frequently.
Adjustand service as required.
•Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
•Never carry passengers.
•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-
ly necessary. Always lookdown and
behind before and while backing.
•Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
•Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsibleadult.
•Be alert and tum machine off if children
enter the area.
•Before and when backing, look behind
and downfor small children.
•Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not
across.
•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
•Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope. If
tires lose traction_disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
•Donotturnonslopesunlessnecessary,
and then, turnslowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
_,Look forthis symbolto point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means CAU-
TIONl!! BECOME AWARE!!f YOUR SAFE-
TY IS INVOLVED.
_LCAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting when settingup, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
itcannot contact spark plug.
A, WARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birthdefects, or other reproductive harm.
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