SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal operation and servicing of this equipment.
DANGER – denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in severe per- sonal injury or death.
WARNING – denotes a hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information. IMPORTANT calls attention to special mechanical information and NOTE: emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.
All operators and mechanics should read this manual, and be instructed about safe operating and maintenance procedures. If the operators or mechanics cannot read and understand English, it is the owner’s responsibil- ity to explain this material to them.
This machine meets or exceeds the
Failure to comply with the instructions may result in personal injury or death.
Incorrect usage of this machine may result in severe injury. Personnel operating and maintaining it should be trained in the proper use and should read the manuals completely and thoroughly before attempting to
The Quick Reference Decals are designed to give the operator brief infor- mation needed in the daily operation and service of the machine. These decals are not intended to be used in place of this manual but instead are to be used as an extension of this manual. These decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace these decals if they become unreadable.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics read and understand this manual and all decals before operating this machine. It is also the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics are qualified and physically able individuals, prop- erly trained in the operation of this equipment. All operators and mechanics must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator con- trols and safety signs.
Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible accidents or injuries occur- ring to themselves, other people or property.
The owner should also ensure that the operator/mechanic know that they are responsible for their own safety as well as the safety of other persons within the vicinity. Remember, the operator is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Safety and Instruction Decals
▲Specific safety warning decals are located on the equipment near the immediate areas of potential hazards. These decals should not be removed or obliter- ated. Replace them if they become
The following illustrations show the various decals that are located on the machine. A brief explanation, for those requiring one, is shown to help the operator understand the meanings of these decals.
Read Owner’s Manual and Quick Refer- ence Decal before attempting to operate this machine.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Do not fill tank with engine running, or while the engine is hot.
Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building.
Part Number
727016
Avoid skin contact with battery acid. Always wear eye protection when checking the battery, acid can cause serious injury to skin and eyes. If contact occurs, flush area with clean water and call physician immediately. Acid will also damage cloth- ing.
Do not allow open flame near the battery when charging.
Hydrogen gas forms inside the battery. This gas is both toxic and flammable and may cause an explosion if exposed to flame. Always remove the negative ground first and replace it last.
Do not overfill battery.
Electrolyte may overflow and damage paint, wiring or structure. When cleaning the battery, use soap and water. Be care- ful not to get soap and water into the bat- tery. Use soda mixed in water to clean corrosion off the terminals.
Store away from open flame or spark if there is fuel in tank.
Clean up any gasoline spills.
Do not refuel while in enclosed trailer or other enclosed areas
Never operate the mower deck with side deflector damaged, altered, removed or in raised position, except when the entire grass catcher attachment or mulching sys- tem is being used.
Part Number
727420
Whirling blades! Keep hands and feet away.
Beware of thrown objects.
Part Number
727438
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