Scag Power Equipment STHM manual Introduction, Signal Words, General Safety Instructions

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

SIGNAL WORDS

Your mower was built to the highest standards in the industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum efficiency of your mower depends on you following the operating, maintenance and adjustment instruc- tions in this manual.

We encourage you to contact your dealer for repairs. All Scag dealers are informed of the latest methods to service this equipment and provide prompt and efficient service in the field or at their service shop. They carry a full line of Scag service parts.

A replacement Operator's Manual is available from your Scag Servicing Dealer or by contacting Scag Power Equipment, Service Department at P.O. Box 152, Mayville, WI 53050 or contact us via the Internet at www.scag.com. The manual for this machine can be downloaded by using the model and serial number or use the contact form to make your request.

USE OF OTHER THAN ORIGINAL SCAG REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

The “Right” and “Left”, “Front” and “Rear” of the machine are referenced from the operator’s perspec- tive when in the normal operating position and facing the forward travel direction.

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 through- out this manual that alerts the viewer to the exist- ence and relative degree of the hazard.

The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an ex- tremely 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.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

 

READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL and all instructions furnished with attachments.

Perform only those maintenance procedures de- scribed in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or assistance is desired, contact an Author- ized Scag Dealer. To ensure optimum performance and safety, always purchase genuine SCAG replace- ment parts and accessories.

Your safety and the safety of others depends signifi- cantly upon your knowledge and understanding of all correct operating practices and procedures of this machine.

The signal word “WARNING” denotes that a hazard exists on or near the machine that can result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

SIGNAL WORDSCAUTION:

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.

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Scag Power Equipment STHM manual Introduction, Signal Words, General Safety Instructions