Test this important safety feature before each time mower Is used. This may be done by starting engine, engaging blades and then rising slightly from seat. If engine does not stop, see your dealer for necessary repair.
10.Before adjusting your mower or adding fuel, turn the engine off. Let it cool, and disconnect the spark plug so the engine cannot start by accident. Be sure all moving parts are stopped.
11.Never run the engine Indoors; the fumes are dangerous.
12.Before backing your Dlxon mower, stop, turn around and look.
13.Handle gasoline with care — it is highly flammable. a. Use approved gasoline container, b. Never remove the fuel cap of, or add gasoline
to, a running or hot engine, or an engine that has not been allowed to cool after running. Never fill the tank Indoors and always clean up spilled gasoline, c. Never store the mower
with gasoline In the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
14.Never lift lawn mower by the body; lift only by
the frame.
15.Never carry passengers.
16.Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
a. Use only approved drawbar hitch points, b. Limit loads to those you can safely control, c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
17.Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.
18.Keep the mower in good operating condition, and keep safety devices in place and working.
19.Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the mower Is In safe working condition.
20.To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
21.The mower should be stopped and inspected for damage after striking a foreign object or if it starts vibrating, and any damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the mower.
22.Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
23.When mowing, proceed as follows:
a. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light, b. Never make a cutting height adjustment while
the engine Is running if the operator must dismount to do so. c. Shut the engine off whan
removing the grass
catcher or unclogging chute, d. Check the blade mounting bolts for proper
tightness at frequent Intervals.
24.Under normal usage, the grass catcher bag material is subject to deterioration and wear. It should be checked frequently for bag replacement. Replacement bags should be checked to ensure compliance with the original manufacturer's recommendations or specifications.
MAINTENANCE
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, SHUT OFF ENGINE, ALLOWTO COOL AND DISCONNECT SPARKPLUG.;
ENGINE
For complete engine operating and maintenance information, refer to the engine operating and maintenance, Instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and supplied with each mower.
