Safety Section 1-2
SAFETY
A safe and careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of
primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner /
operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your
equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions.
The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that,
if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury
or death. Read and understand these Safety Messages before
assembling, operating or servicing this mower. This equipment
should only be operated by those persons who have read the Manual,
who are responsible and trained, and who know how to do so safely
and responsibly.
The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, as seen below, is
used throughout this manual and on decals which are attached to the
equipment. The Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” The symbol and signal word are
intended to warn the owner / operator of impending hazards and the degree
of possible injury when operating this equipment.
Practice all usual and customary safe working precautions and
above all -- remember safety is up to YOU! Only YOU can
prevent serious injury or death from unsafe practices.
READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety
Messages. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow
the warnings and instructions stated in the Safety Messages. Always use
good common sense to avoid hazards. (SG-2)
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in
these instructions, be alert to the potential for personal injury.
The lowest level of Safety Message; warns of possible injury. Decals located on the
equipment with this signal word are Black and Yellow.
Serious injury or possible death! Decals are Black and Orange.
Imminent death / critical injury. Decals are Red and White.