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Safety
Operator Safety
IGNITION SYSTEM (GASOLINE MODELS)
1. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline.Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Safe Handling of Gasoline
1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
2. Use only approved gasoline containers.
3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling.
4. Never fuel the machine indoors.
5. Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such
as near a water heater or other appliance.
6. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a tr uck
bed with a plastic bed liner. Always place
containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer
with a por table container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
8. Keep nozzle in contact with the r im of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
9. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
10.Never over-fill the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and
tighten securely.
11.Use extra care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
12.If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to star t the engine
but move the machine away from the area of
spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition
until fuel vapors have dissipated.
13.Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps
securely.
Maintenance and Storage
1. Always obser ve safe refueling and fuel handling
practices when refueling the unit after
transpor tation or storage.
2. Always follow the engine manual instructions for
storage preparations before stor ing the unit for
both shor t and long ter m periods.
3. Always follow the engine manual instructions for
proper star t-up procedures when retur ning the unit
to ser vice.
4. Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as in a water
heater. Allow unit to cool before stor ing.
5. Shut off fuel while storing or transpor ting. Do not
store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
6. Keep all hardware, especially blade attachment
bolts, tight and keep all par ts in good working
condition. Replace all wor n or damaged decals.
7. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
8. Disengage drives, lower implement, set par king
brake, stop engine and remove key or disconnect
spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop
before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
9. Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufflers, and engine to prevent fires. Clean up oil
or fuel spillage.
10.Let engine cool before storing and do not store
near flame.
11.Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessar y, before restar ting.
12.Par k machine on level ground. Never allow
untrained personnel to service machine.
13.Use jack stands to support components when
required.
14.Carefully release pressure from components with
stored energy.
15.Disconnect batter y or remove spar k plug wire
before making any repairs. Disconnect the
negative terminal first and the positive last.
Reconnect positive first and negative last.
16.Use care when checking blades. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use caution when
ser vicing them. Only replace blades. Never
straighten or weld them.
17.Keep hands and feet away from moving par ts. If
possible, do not make adjustments with the engine
running.
18.Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area,
away from spark and flames. Unplug charger
before connecting or disconnecting from batter y.
Wear protective clothes and use insulated tools.
19.Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage, and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended par ts, when
necessary.
20.Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and
ser vice as required.
21.Use only factor y authorized replacement par ts
when making repairs.
22.Always comply with factory specifications on all
settings and adjustments.
23.Only authorized ser vice locations should be
utilized for major ser vice and repair requirements.
24.Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit
unless you have been properly trained. Improper
ser vice procedures can result in hazardous
operation, equipment damage and voiding of
manufacturer’s warranty.
25.Units with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors:
WARNING: Hydraulic fluid escaping under
pressure may have sufficient force to penetrate
skin and cause serious injur y. If foreign fluid is
injected into the skin it must be surgically removed
within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this
form of injury or gangrene may result. Keep body
and hands away from pin holes or nozzles that
eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure. Use
paper or cardboard, and not hands, to search for
leaks. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections
are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying pressure to the
system. If leaks occur, have the unit ser viced
immediately by your author ized dealer.
26.WARNING: Stored energy device. Improper
release of springs can result in ser ious personal
injur y. Spr ings should be removed by an
authorized technician.