Snapper 7800849 Operation, Maintenance And Storage, Operator Safety, Safe Handling Of Gasoline

					Operator Safety
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE			OPERATION
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7.	Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or		14. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or obstruc-
	trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,			tion. Material may ricochet back towards the operator.
	then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather		15. Slow down before turning.
8.	than a gasoline dispenser nozzle.		16. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
	DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed		17. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine
9.	vehicles or trailers.			exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poi-
	Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or			son.
	container opening at all times until fueling is complete.		18. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.
	DO NOT use a nozzle lock-open device			See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and
10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-				installation of accessories.
	ately.		MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
11. DO NOT overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tight-
	en securely.		1. DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside where
OPERATION				fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such
				as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas
1.	DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.			appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine
2.	Keep clear of discharge area while engine is running.			in an enclosure. Store fuel container out of reach of chil-
	STOP engine when crossing gravel drives, walks, or		2.	dren in a well ventilated, unoccupied building.
	roads, and under any conditions where thrown objects			Keep mower and e gi e free of grass, leaves or excess
3.	might be a hazard.		3.	g ease to reduce fire hazard and engine overheating.
	Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.			When draining fuel ta k, drain fuel into an approved
4.	DO NOT operate mower while under the influence of		4.	ntainer	utd rs and away from open flame.
5.	alcohol or drugs.			Keep all b	l s, especially blade bolts, nuts and screws
	After striking a foreign object or if mower vibra es			properly ght. Check that all cotter pins are in proper
	abnormally, STOP the engine, disconnect and secure			position.
	spark plug wire. Inspect the mower for any damage and		5. Always provide adequate ventilation when running
6.	repair the damage before starting.			engine. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
	DO NOT mow near drop offs, ditches or embankments.			a eadly poison.
7.	Operator could lose footing or balance.		6. Service engine and make adjustments only when engine
	STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall			is stopped. Removed spark plug wire from spark plug
	grass can hide obstacles. Keep away from ditches,			and secure wire away from spark plug to prevent acci-
8.	washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects.			dental starting.
	DO NOT mow on wet grass. Always be sure of your		7. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or
	footing. Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk, never			overspeed engine.
9.	run. Slipping could cause injury.		8. Check grass bag assembly frequently for wear or dete-
	ALWAYS stay behind handle when engine (motor) is			rioration to avoid thrown objects and exposure to mov-
	running.			ing parts. Replace with new bag if loose seams or tears
10. DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running.				are evident. Replace slider or bag adapter if broken or
	STOP BLADE and STOP ENGINE before leaving the			cracked.
	operators position for any reason.		9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades
		Reproduction
11. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting make certain				or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when
	engine, blade and all moving parts have STOPPED.			handling them.
	Disconnect and secure spark plug wire away from plug		10. DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next
	to prevent accidental starting.			to spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exiting
12. STOP engine and wait until the blade comes to com-				engine.
	plete STOP before removing grass bag and/or clearing		11. Have machine serviced by an authorized dealer at least
	grass.			once a year and have the dealer install any new safety
13. DO NOT operate mower without the entire grass catch-				devices.
	er, rear guard, or other safety devices in place and work-		12. Use only factory authorized replacement parts or like
	ing. DO NOT point discharge at people, passing cars,			parts when making repairs.
	windows or doors.

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