1.4.9Start the engine carefully with feet well away from the blades.
1.4.10Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts while the mower is being operated.
1.4.11Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s)and/ or remove key:
a)Before checking, cleaning or working on the mower.
b)After striking a foreign object (inspect the mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the mower).
1.4.12Stop the engine:
a)Before clearing blockages.
b)Before removing the grass catcher.
c)Whenever you leave the mower.
d)Before refueling.
e)Before making height adjustments.
1.4.13Before stopping the engine, return the throttle control to the idle position for 30 seconds to allow the engine to cool down.
1.4.14The fuel system is provided with a
a)The machine will not be used for a few days
b)During transport to and from the job
c)When parking inside a building
1.4.15This mower was designed for one operator only. Keep all others away from mower during operation.
1.4.16Do Not mow without the grass deflector or entire grass collection system in place and in proper working condition.
•DO NOT operate the engine in a small confined area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
•Failure to follow safety instructions and cautious operating practices can result in serious injury.
•Although hazard control and accident prevention partially are dependent upon the design and configuration of the equipment, these factors are also dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equipment. It is essential that all Operator Safety Mechanisms be connected and in operating condition prior to use for mowing.
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