Safety

Safety Rules and Information

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

GENERAL OPERATION

1.

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

19. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for

 

manual and on the unit before starting.

wheel weights or counterweights.

2.

Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or

20. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for

 

under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge

accidents occurring to other people or property.

 

opening at all times.

21. All drivers should seek and obtain professional

3.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar

and practical instruction.

 

with the instructions, to operate the unit (local

22. Always wear substantial footwear and trousers.

 

regulations can restrict operator age).

Never operate when barefoot or wearing sandals.

4.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,

23. Before using, always visually check that the

 

etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the

blades and blade hardware are present, intact,

 

blade(s).

and secure. Replace worn or damaged parts.

5.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before

24. Disengage attachments before: refueling,

 

mowing. Stop the unit if anyone enters the area.

removing an attachment, making adjustments

6.

Never carry passengers.

(unless the adjustment can be made from the

7.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

operator’s position).

 

necessary. Always look down and behind before

25. When the machine is parked, stored, or left

 

and while travelling in reverse.

unattended, lower the cutting means unless a

8.

Never direct discharge material toward anyone.

positive mechanical lock is used.

 

Avoid discharging material against a wall or

26. Before leaving the operator’s position for any

 

obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward

eason, engage the parki g brake (if equipped),

 

the operator. Stop the blade(s) when crossing

disengage the blades (PTO), stop the engine, and

 

gravel surfaces.

emove the key.

9.

Do not operate the machine without the entire

27. To reduce f re hazard, keep the unit free of grass,

 

grass catcher, discharge guard (deflector), or

leaves, & excess il. Do not stop or park over dry

 

other safety devices in place and operational.

leaves, grass, or combustible materials.

10. Slow down before turning.

28. It is a viola ion of California Public Resource Code

11. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always

Se tion 4442 to use or operate the engine on or

 

disengage the blades (PTO), set parking brake,

near any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-

 

stop engine, and remove keys before dism unting.

covered land unless the exhaust system is

12. Disengage blades (PTO) when not m wing. Shut

eq ipped with a spark arrester meeting any

 

off engine and wait for all parts to come to a

applicable local or state laws. Other states or

 

complete stop before cleaning the machine,

fe eral areas may have similar laws.

 

removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the

29. OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing

 

discharge guard.

protection when exposed to sound levels greater

13. Operate the machine only in daylight or good

than 85 dBA for an 8 hour time period.

 

artificial light.

 

14. Do not operate the unit while under the influence

 

 

of alcohol or drugs.

 

15

Watch for traffic when operating ar or crossing

CAUTION

 

roadways.

16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit

 

into a trailer or truck.

This machine produces sound levels

17. Always wear eye protection when operating this

in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s

 

unit.

 

ear and can cause hearing loss

 

 

18. Data indicates that operators, Reproductionage 60 years and

 

above, are involved in a large percentage of power

through extended periods of

 

equipment-related injuries. These operators

exposure.

 

should evaluate their ability to operate the

Wear hearing protection when operating this

equipment safely enough to protect themselves

machine.

and others from injury.

 

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

1.When transporting the unit on an open trailer, make sure it is facing forward, in the direction of travel. If the unit is facing backwards, wind lift could damage the unit.

2.Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage.

3.Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed poorly ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition source (such as a furnace, water

heater, etc.) and cause an explosion. Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.

4.Always follow the engine manual instructions for storage preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods.

5.Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to service.

6.Never store the unit or fuel container inside where there is an open flame or pilot light, such as in a water heater. Allow unit to cool before storing.

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