Section 2
SAFETY INFORMATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION
Your mower is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equipment. Make sure every operator is properly trained and thoroughly familiar with all the controls before operating the mower.
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START YOUR MOWER.
A replacement manual is available from your authorized Scag Service Dealer or by Contacting Scag Power Equipment, Service Department at P.O. Box 152, Mayville, WI 53050. There is nominal charge of $2.00 for each manual. Please indicate the complete model and serial number of your Scag product.
2.2 SIGNAL WORDS
This symbol means “Attention! Become Alert! Your
Safety is Involved!" The symbol is used with the following signal words to attract your attention to safety messages found on the decals and throughout this manual. The message that follows the symbol contains important information about safety. To avoid injury and possible death, carefully read the message! Be sure to fully understand the causes of possible injury or death.
Signal Word:
It is a distinctive word on safety decals and throughout this manual that alerts the viewer to the existence and relative degree of the hazard.
The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that could result in high probability of death or irreparable injury if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING:
The signal word “WARNING” denotes a hazard exists on or near the machine that can result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION:
The signal word “CAUTION” is a reminder of safety practices on or near the machine that could result in personal injury if proper precautions are not taken.
Your safety and the safety of others depend significantly upon your knowledge and understanding of all correct operating practices and procedures of this machine.
2.3BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS
1.NEVER allow children to operate this riding mower. Do not allow adults to operate this machine without proper instructions.
2.DO NOT mow when children and/or others are present.
3.Clear the area to be mowed of objects that could be picked up and thrown by the cutter blades.
4.DO NOT carry passengers.
5.DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in moving parts. Do not operate the machine wearing shorts; always wear adequate protective clothing including long pants. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes and a helmet is advisable and is required by some local ordinances and insurance regulations.
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