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7. Be alert for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain and
other hidden hazards. Keep away from any dropoff.
Beware of overhead obstructions (low limbs, etc.),
underground obstacles (sprinklers, pipes, tree roots,
etc.). Cautiously enter a new area. Be alert for hidden
hazards.
8. Disengage power to mower before backing up. Do not
mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then
only after observation of the entire area behind the
mower.
9. DO NOT turn sharply. Use care when backing up.
10. Watch for traffic when crossing roads or operating near
roadways.
11. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
12. Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine
unattended, such as disengaging the mower, lowering
the attachments, setting the parking brake, stopping the
engine, and removing the key.
13. Disengage power to the attachments when transporting
or when not in use.
14. The machine and attachments should be stopped and
inspected for damage after striking a foreign object,
and damage should be repaired before restarting and
operating the machine.
15. DO NOT touch the engine or the muffler while the
engine is running or immediately after stopping. These
areas may be hot enough to cause a burn.
16. DO NOT run engine inside a building or confined area
without proper ventilation. Exhaust fumes are
hazardaous and could cause death.
2.5 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS
1. Never make adjustments to the machine with the engine
running unless specifically instructed to do so. If the
engine is running, keep hands, feet, and clothing away
from moving parts.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
accidental starting of the engine when servicing or
adjusting the machine.
3. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure the
machine is in safe working condition. Check blade
mounting bolts frequently to be sure they are tight.
4. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine.
5. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass,
leaves, excessive grease and dirt.
6. Hydraulic fluid is under high pressure. Keep body
and hands away from pinholes or nozzles that eject
hydraulic fluid under high pressure. Use only cardboard
or paper to search for leaks.
7. Hydraulic fluid under high pressure may have sufficient
force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If
hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin, it must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor or
gangrene may result.
Section 2