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•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
•Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
•Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.
•Do not pull mower backward unless absolutely necessary. Look down and behind before and while moving backward.
•Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place.
•See the
•Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
•Stop the engine whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute.
•Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher.
•Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
•Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run.
•Disengage the
•If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
•Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower.
•Do not mow near
•Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
•Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
•Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area.
•Before and while moving backward, look behind and down for small children.
•Never allow children to operate the mower.
•Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
Service
•Use extra care in handling gasoline. It is flammable and vapors are explosive.
•Use only an approved container.
•Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.
•Never refuel the machine indoors.
•Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater.
•Never run an engine inside a closed area.
Slope Operation
•Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
•Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
•Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Warning
Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
•Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug.
•Keep all nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
