D. Do not smoke while refueling.
6.Keep all guards, shields, grass catcher, discharge tunnel plug, optional discharge chute and safety devices in place. Repair or replace damaged parts, including decals. Check all safety devices before each use.
7.Engine, blade and
8.Disengage the
9.Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade fasteners and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve balance.
While Operating
1.Do not run engine indoors.
2.Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade.
3.Always maintain secure footing. Keep a firm grip on the handle and walk; never run. Never operate mower in wet grass. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
4.Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Wear skid resistant shoes on slopes.
5.Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine. Wearing of hearing protection, protective gloves and a safety helmet is advisable and may be required by local regulations.
6.Keep face, hands, and feet away from the mower housing and cutter blade when the engine is running. Blade can cause injury to hands and feet. Stay behind the handle until the engine stops.
7.When bagging grass, stop engine and ensure discharge door is closed before removing and emptying bag.
8.Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before unclogging discharge tunnel, removing grass bag or discharge tunnel plug. Use a stick, not your hand, to unclog discharge tunnel. Never attempt to unclog the tunnel with the engine running.
9.Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards you.
10.Since the blade rotates for a few seconds after the control bar is released, stay behind the handle until all moving parts stop.
11.After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates abnormally, stop engine and remove wire from spark plug. Check mower for damage and make all repairs before using mower again. If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized Exmark Service Dealer.
12.Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before adjusting the
13.Stop the blade when pushing the mower outside the lawn area.
14.Stop engine before leaving the operator's positionÐbehind the handle. Disconnect wire from spark plug if mower will be unattended.
15.Do not touch engine while it is running or shortly after it is stopped because engine will be hot enough to cause a burn.
16.Refuel only when engine is cool.
17.If mower must be lifted to be transported, turn off engine and stay behind the handle until all moving parts stop. Disconnect spark plug wire.
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