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SAFETY
WARNING!

The engine must not be started when the driver’s oor plate or any protective

plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed.

WARNING!

The engine and the exhaust

system, become very hot

during operation.

Risk for burns if touched.

Allow engine and exhaust

system to cool at least two (2)

minutes before refueling.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely ammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and
other sources of ignition.
• Use only approved gasoline container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow engine to cool at least
two (2) minutes before refueling.
• Never fuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container
where there is an open ame, spark, or pilot
light such as on a water heater or other
appliances.
• Before you begin refueling, minimize the risk of
static electricity by touching a metal surface.
• Never ll containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Always
place containers on the ground away from
your vehicle when lling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the
truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment with a portable container, rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-
open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Never overll fuel tank. Replace gas cap and
tighten securely.
• Do not start the engine near spilled fuel.
• Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent.
• If leaks arise in fuel system, engine must not
be started until problem has been resolved.
• Check the fuel level before each use and leave
space for the fuel to expand, because the heat
from the engine and the sun may otherwise
cause the fuel to expand and overow.
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Never ll the fuel tank indoors