SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General Use Continued
¾Always look around before and during reversing | Remember |
maneuvers. | The operator is responsible |
¾ Slow down before turning. | for avoiding dangers or |
¾Shut down the mower deck when not mowing. accidents.
¾Be careful when rounding fixed objects, so that
the blades do not hit them. | WARNING |
¾ Only operate the machine in daylight or other | |
When using the | |
¾ Keep the machine a safe distance from holes | machine, approved |
or other irregularities in the ground. | personal protective |
¾ Never use the machine if you are tired, if you | equipment shall be |
have consumed alcohol, or if you are taking other | used. Personal |
drugs or medications that can affect your vision, | protective |
judgment, or coordination. | equipment cannot |
¾ Beware of traffic when working near or | eliminate the risk of |
crossing a road. | injury, but it will |
¾ Never leave the machine unsupervised with | reduce the degree of |
the engine running. Always shut down the blades, | injury if an accident |
engage the parking brake, stop the engine, and | does occur. Ask |
remove the ignition key before leaving the | your retailer for help |
machine. | in choosing the right |
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¾ Never allow children or other persons not | equipment. |
trained in the use of the machine to use or service |
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it. Local laws may regulate the age of the user. |
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¾Make sure that you have first aid equipment close at hand when using the machine.
¾Never use the machine when barefoot. Always wear protective shoes or boots.
¾Always wear approved protective glasses or a full visor when assembling or driving.
¾Ear Protection is recommended
¾Never wear loose clothing that can get caught in moving parts.
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