IMPORTANT:This cutting machine s capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
seriousinjury or death.
I.GENERAL OPERATION I1.SLOPE OPERATION
• Read, understand,and follow all
instructionsinthe manual and on the
machine before starting.
•Only allowresponsible adults, who are
famiUarwith the instructions, to operate
the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys,wire, etc., which couldbe picked
up and thrownby the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
entersthe area.
• Never carry passengers.
•Do not mowin reverse Lmless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
•Be aware of the mower discharge
directionand do not point it at anyone.
Do not operatethe mower without either
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.
•Slow down before taming.
• Never leave a rUr_ing machine
unattended. Always rum off blades, set
parkingbrake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
Turn off blades when not mowing.
Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or uncloggingchute.
Mow orgyin daylight or good artificial
light.
Do not operate the machine while under
the influenceof alcoholor drugs.
Watch fortraffic when operatingnear or
crossingroadways.
Use extracare when loading or unload-
ingthe machine into a trailer or track.
Data indic_tasthat operators, age 60
years and above, are invelved in a large
percentage of ridingmower-related
iojurles.These operatorsshould
evaluatetheir ability to operate the riding
mower safely enoughto protect them-
selves and othersfrom serious Injury.
•Keep machine free ofgrass, leaves or
other debris build-up which can touch
hotexhaust / engine parts and bum. Do
notallew the mower deck to plow leaves
orother debris which can cause build-
up to eecL_.Clean any oilor fuel
spillage before operating or storing the
machine. Allow machine to coal before
storage.
Slopes are a ma or factor related to loss-of-
control and tpover accidents, whichcan re-
ealt in severe injury or death. All slopes
requireextra caution. If you cannot pack up
the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not
mow it.
DO:
•Mow up and down slopes, not across.
•Remove obstacles suchas rocks,tree
limbs, etC.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain couldoverturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
Use slaw speed. Cheese a low gear so
that youwill not have to stop or shift
whileon the slope.
Followthe manufacturer's recommenda-
tionsfor wheel weights or counter-
weightsto improve stablely.
Use extra care with grass catchers or
othor attachments. These can change
the stabilityof the machine.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction,
Avoid starting or stopping on • slope, ti
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed siov_y straight down _e
slope.
DO NOT:
•Do not turn an slopes unless necessary,
and tben, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
•Do notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could
suddenlyturn over if a wheel is overthe
edge of a cliffor ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
•DOnot mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
puttingyour foot an the ground.
•Do notuse grass catcher an steep
slopes.