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1. | Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for tow- | (Continued From Previous Column) | ||
| ing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch | 6. Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine. | ||
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2. | Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight lim- | deadly poison. | ||
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3. | DO NOT allow children or others on towed equipment. | performing maintenance or service. Cranking engine could | ||
4. | On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause | cause injury. | ||
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5. | Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. |
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1. | DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where |
| 10. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or over- | |
| fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such | speed engine. | ||
| as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas | 11. Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to | ||
| appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in | prevent controls from binding. | ||
| an enclosure. Store fuel container out of the reach of chil- | 12. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or | ||
| dren in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. |
| wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling | |
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Keep engine free of grass, leaves or excess grease to |
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| reduce fire hazard and engine overheating. |
| 13. DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to | |
3. | When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved | n- | spark plug h le; spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine. | |
| tainer outdoors and away from open flame. |
| 14. Have mach ne serviced by an authorized dealer at least | |
4. | Check brakes frequently; adjust, repair or replace as need- | once a year and have the dealer install any new safety | ||
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5. | Keep all bolts, nuts and screws properly tight. Check | hat | 15. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as | |
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