9.After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug and thor- oughly inspect the mower for any damage.
Repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine.
10.Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For your safety protection, frequently check the components and replace with man- ufacturers recommended parts when neces- sary.
11.Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra cau- tion when servicing blades.
12.Check park brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
13.Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot during operation and can cause a burn. Allow to cool down before touching.
14.Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.
15.Observe proper disposal laws and regula- tions. Improper disposal of fluids and materi- als can harm the environment and the ecology.
a.Prior to disposal, contact your local Environmental Protection Agency to determine the proper method for dis- posing of the waste. Recycling cen- ters are established to properly dispose of materials in an environmen- tally safe fashion.
b.Use proper containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them. Properly dis- pose of the containers immediately fol- lowing the draining of fluids.
c.DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the ground, down drain or into a stream, pond, lake or other body of water. Observe Environmental Protection Agency regulations when disposing of oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, batteries, tires and other harmful waste.
16.We do not recommend the use of high pres- sure washers to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electrical components; spin- dles; pulleys; bearings; or the engine.
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