OPERATOR SAFETY
•NEVER operate the machine without approved ventilation. Exhaust fumes are dangerous. DO NOT run the engine indoors.
•DO NOT allow children to operate the machine. Do not allow adults to operate the machine without proper instruction.
•DO NOT mow when children and others are around. When using any attachments, never di- rect the discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the machine while in operation.
•Before attempting to start the engine, follow all starting instructions.
•BEFORE leaving the operator’s position, disen- gage power to attachments.
•Before making any repairs or adjustments, dis- engage power to attachments. STOP THE EN-
GINE AND REMOVE KEY.
•DO NOT operate the machine while wearing san- dals, tennis shoes, sneakers or shorts. Always wear long pants and substantial shoes. NEVER wear loose fitting clothing which could get caught in moving parts. Wearing safety glasses and safety shoes is advisable and required by some local ordinances and insurance regulations.
•Do not stop or start suddenly. WHEN OPERAT-
ING ON A SLOPE, TRAVEL ACROSS THE GRADE, WHENEVER POSSIBLE, NEVER UP OR DOWN.
•Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control. Be especially cautious when changing direction on slopes.
•Stay alert for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain and other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop- offs.
•Watch out for traffic when crossing roads or oper- ating near roadways.
•Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable
•Use an approved gasoline container. Never remove
the fuel cap or add gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that has not been allowed to cool for several minutes after running. Never fill the tank indoors and always clean up spilled gasoline.
•When using the mower, proceed as follows:
1.Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
2.Never make a cutting height adjustment while the engine is running.
3.Shut the engine off and remove key when removing the grass catcher or unclogging chute.
4.Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at frequent intervals.
•Do not touch engine or muffler while engine is
running or soon after it is stopped. These areas could be hot enough to cause a burn.
•Only use Scag approved riding attachments. Scag Approved Attachments:
Using unapproved attachments, (especially
WARNING
FALLING HAZARD
USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED
RIDING ATTACHMENTS
SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL 481109
WARNING:
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. Reduce speed and use extreme caution. ALWAYS FOLLOW
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