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SAFETY RULES

PREPARATION:

•Always thoroughly check the area tn be mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreignobjects These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause severe injury,

•Always wear cafety gissses or eye chields when starting and while using your mower.

•Dress properly. Do not operate mower when barefoot orweadng open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing.

•Checkfoeltankbeforeala_ngesgme. Donotf_[ gas tankLqdcom,when theengineisrunningor when the engine is hot Allow the en_ne to cool for sin, ere]minutes before fining the gas tank. CLSanoff

any spilledgasoline before sta_ng the engine.

. Always make whesl height adjustments before startingyour mower, Never attempt to do this while the engine is running.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

OPERATION:

-Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and {he area being COL Do not let other interests distract you.

oDo not mow wet or slippery grass. Never tun while operating your mower. Always be sum of your footing- keep a firm hold on the handles and wallc

=Do not put hands or feet near or under retating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

=Always stop the engine whenever you leave or are not uslng your mower, or before crossing

driveways, walks, reads and any gravel - covered areas.

° Never d[rent discharge of malefial toward bystanders nor allow anyone ncar the mower while you are operating ;L

oBefore cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop the engine and make absolutely sure the bisde and all moving parts have

stopped. Then disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting,

•Do not continue to run your mower if you hit a ' foreign object. Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any damaged before restading and operating your mower.

=Do not change the governor settings or overspeed the engine. Engine damage or personal injury may result,

•Do not operate your reower if if v='bratas abnormally. E-_caenive v_rat_an is an indication of damage; stop the engine, safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required,

•Donotrentheangfneindoors, Exhanalforees are dangerous.

•Never c_Jtgrass by pulling the mower towards

you. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down oryou might lose your footing. Do not

mow excessively steep slopes. Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or when changing d_restions - maintain good

footing.

. Never operate ycar mower wifhout prepsr guards, plates, grass bag or other safety devices inplace.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts

often to be sure they are tightened properly, Check all boils, nuts and screws at frequent

intervals for proper tightness to be sore mower

is in safe working condgion.

Keep eJI safety devices in place and woddng, To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease and of] Check gress, l_ag often for detsdoraflan and wear and repta_ worn bags, Use only replacement bags that are recommended by and comply with specificaflons of the manufactarer of your mower,

Always keep a sharp blade on your mower. AlLSWengine to cool before storing in any

encLssure_

Never store mower with fuel in the tank inside a building where fu me.smay maab an open flame or an ignition source such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, eLS.

ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where It cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental sta_ng when setfthg up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancar, birth defects, or other reprodualhte harm.