IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATION
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11.Protect yourself when mowing and wear appropriate clothing including safety glasses, long pants, ear protection, hardhat and substantial footwear with good traction. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
12.Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies.
13.Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
14.Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn spots.
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive
1.Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
2.Use only an approved fuel container.
3.DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
4.DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.
5.DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances.
6.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.
7.Remove
8.DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed vehicles or trailers.
9.Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. DO NOT use a nozzle
10.If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
11.DO NOT overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten securely.
OPERATION
1.DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge area while the engine is running.
2.BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, blades must be OFF and Traction Levers LOCKED in the Traction Lock position.
OPERATION
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3.Stop Blades when crossing gravel drive, walks, and under any conditions where thrown objects might be a hazard.
4.DO NOT raise deck with the blades running.
5.Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
6.USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.
7.DO NOT operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
8.After striking a foreign object or if the mower vibrates abnormally, STOP the blades and engine. Remove the key. Disconnect and secure the spark plug wire. Inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage.
9.DO NOT operate machine near drop offs, ditches, embankments, washouts culverts, fences and protruding objects. STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
10.DO NOT operate machine on wet grass. Always be sure of your footing while operating machine, especially while backing up. Keep a firm grip on the handle. Walk: never run. Slipping and falling could cause injury.
11.DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running. STOP BLADES, STOP ENGINE and REMOVE KEY before leaving the operator position for any reason.
10. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting make certain blades, engine and all moving parts have STOPPED. Remove key and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug key to prevent accidental starting.
12.STOP MACHINE on level ground, engage parking brake (if equipped) and make sure engine and blades have stopped before leaving the operator’s position for any reason including removing grass catcher or unclogging mower to prevent injury to hands or feet.
13.Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. Set blades in highest position when mowing over rough ground.
14.Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades underneath deck.
15.DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher or guards in place. DO NOT point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or doors.
16.Slow down before turning.
17.Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
18.Move motion control levers SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes.
19.DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.
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