Safety
collection system or mulch kit in place and working properly.
•Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove key and engage parking brake:
–Before checking, cleaning or working on the mower.
–After striking a foreign object or abnormal vibration occurs (inspect the mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the mower).
–Before clearing blockages.
–Whenever you leave the mower.
WARNING
Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories can become entangled in rotating parts. Contact with the rotating parts can cause traumatic amputation or severe lacerations.
•Do Not operate the machine without guards, shields, and safety devices in place and working properly.
•Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry, or clothing away from rotating parts.
•NEVER carry passengers. DO NOT operate the mower when people, especially children, or pets are in the area.
Maintenance and Storage
•Disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
•Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them. Only replace damaged blades. Never straighten or weld them.
•Keep all guards, shields and all safety devices in place and in safe working condition.
•Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper tightness.
•Frequently check for worn or deteriorating components that could create a hazard.
WARNING
Removing standard original equipment parts, or using
Replace all parts with original Exmark parts.
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