SAFETY
•Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
•Never raise mower decks when blades are running.
•If you hit an object, stop and inspect the machine. Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine and attachments properly maintained and in good working order.
•Do not leave machine unattended when it is running.
•Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.
•Slow down and be careful of traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. Stop blades before crossing roads or sidewalks. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
•Be aware of the mower discharge direction and make sure that no one is in the path of the discharge direction.
•Use only accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer of the machine.
•Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job.
•Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating the mower.
•Wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs. Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.
•Do not wear radio or music headphones. Safe service and operation requires your full attention.
Checking Mowing Area
•Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job.
•Clear mowing area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of mowing area.
•Study mowing area. Set up a safe mowing pattern. Do not mow where traction or stability is doubtful.
•Test drive area with mower lowered but not running. Slow down when you travel over rough ground.
Parking Safely
1.Stop machine on a level surface, not on a slope.
2.Disengage PTO.
3.Lower attachments to the ground.
4.Lock park brake.
5.Stop engine.
6.Remove key.
7.Wait for engine and all moving parts to stop before you leave the operator’s station.
Rotating Blades are Dangerous
HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:
MIF
•Rotating blades can cut off arms and legs.
•Keep hands, feet and clothing away from mower deck when engine is running.
•Be alert at all times, drive forward carefully. People, especially children can move quickly into the mowing area before you know it.
•Before backing up, shut off PTO and look down and behind the machine carefully, especially for children.
•Do not mow in reverse.
•Shut off blades when you are not mowing.
•Do not operate machine if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
•Park machine safely before inspecting or unplugging mower or bagger.
PROTECT CHILDREN:
•Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Children are attracted to mowing activity, stay alert to the presence of children.
•Keep children indoors when you are mowing. Turn the machine off if a child enters the mowing area.
•Use extra care when you come to blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your vision.
•Do not let children or an untrained person operate the machine.
•Do not carry or let children ride on any attachment or machine even with the blades off. Do not tow children in a cart or trailer.
Avoid Tipping
•Slopes are a major factor related to
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