SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never operate the mower without the entire grass catcher or discharge chute in place.
Slow down before turning.
Never leave the machine unattended when the engine is running. Always turn off the blades, set the parking brake, stop the engine and take out the keys before leaving the machine.
Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other than grass; or when traveling to and from the area to be mowed.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Never use the machine when under the influ- ence of alcohol or drugs.
Watch out for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
Use extra care when loading and unloading the machine onto a trailer or truck.
Never pull anything with the machine unless it is an authorized attachment from Husqvarna. A pull type trailer will not allow zero turn capabili- ties and could cause serious injury or damage to machine.
Driving on slopes
Slopes are a major factor related to
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could cause the machine to overturn.
Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
When turning on slopes always turn to the downhill side.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Use extra care when using a grass catcher on slopes.
Avoid stopping and starting on slopes.
Do not cut wet grass. The tires will loose grip and the machine can slide.
Children safety
Tragic accidents can occur if the driver does not pay close attention to children in the area. Children are often attracted to the machine and the work of mowing. Never assume that chil- dren stay where you saw them last.
Keep children away from the mowing area and under adult supervision.
Be alert and turn off the machine if children enter the mowing area.
Never allow children to ride on the machine.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
Service safety
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
Store fuel in approved containers.
Never fill up the machine with fuel when it is running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.
Never fill up with fuel indoors.
Never store machine or fuel containers inside where there is an open flame.
Never run the machine inside a closed area.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to keep machine in safe operating condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check thier proper operation regularly.
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