Snapper 7800849 manual Safe Handling of Gasoline

PREPARATION

Operator Safety

WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects ! that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these

instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment.

PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to				(Continued From Previous Column)
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to				4.	Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that					vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel con-
children will remain where you last saw them.					tainer. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine
1.	KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the				running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and
	watchful care of a responsible adult other than the oper-				cool. Clean spilled fuel and oil from machine. DO NOT
2.	ator.			5.	smoke.
	DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is oper-				Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects
3.	ated and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the area.				such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that
	DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate machine.				could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with
4.	ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with mature				mowing. Also note the location of holes, stumps, and
	judgment under close adult supervision to operate			6.	other possible hazards.
5.	machine.				Keep people and pets out of the mowing area.
	DO NOT pull mower backwards unless absolutely				Immediately, STOP Blade, Stop engine and Stop mower
	necessary. LOOK and SEE behind and down for chil-			7.	if anyone enters the area.
6.	dren, pets and hazards before and while backing.				Check sh elds, deflect rs, switches, blade controls and
	USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners,				ther safe y dev ces frequently for proper operation and
	shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.			8.	lo ation.
SLOPE OPERATION					Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if
				9.	damaged.
1.	Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall acci-				Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses,
	dents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes				long pants and substantial footwear. DO NOT mow
	require extra caution. If you feel uneasy		a slope, DO		barefooted or with sandals.
	NOT mow it.			10. Know how to STOP blade and engine quickly in
2.	Mow across slopes, never up-and-down. Exercise				preparation for emergencies.
	extreme CAUTION when changing directions on slo es.			11. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
	DO NOT mow steep slopes or other areas where stabil-				into a trailer or truck.
	ity or traction is in doubt. Refer to the Slope Guide at the			12. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of
3.	back of this manual.		attach-		wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent
	Use extra care with grass catchers or oth				injury from thrown objects going through weak or torn
	ments; these affect the handling and the stability of the				spots.
	machine.			SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
PREPARATION
				To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme
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1.	Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings			care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
	in this manual and on the mower, engine and attach-			and the vapors are explosive.
	ments. Know the controls and the proper use of the			1.	Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
2.	mower before starting.			2.	of ignition.
	Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the				Use only an approved fuel container.
3.	machine and only after proper instruction.			3.	DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
	Data indicates that operators age 60 and above, are			4.	running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
	involved in a large percentage of mower-related injuries.				DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.
	These operators should evaluate their ability to operate			5.	DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside
	the mower safely enough to protect themselves and oth-				where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as
	ers from serious injury.			6.	on a water heater or other appliances.
					DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a

truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the containers on the ground away from the vehicle before filling.

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