SAFETY

TRAINING:

1.Read this manual carefully and question your dealer if something is not clear.

2.Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment.

3.Never allow children, teenagers, or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower.

4.Do not mow while people, particularly children, or pets are nearby.

PREPARATION:

1.The use of personal protective equipment such as (but not limited to) protection for the eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended.

2.Never operate the mower without proper guards, covers, safety switches and devices in place and properly functioning. Inspect these items daily for their condition and proper opera- tion. If the condition or operation of any of these devices is questionable they must be replaced or repaired before using the mower.

3.Thoroughly inspect the area to be mowed and remove all stones, sticks, wire and other debris that may be thrown by the mower. Also note or mark other obstacles such as holes, stumps, etc..

4.Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open shoes. Always wear substantial footwear and long pants.

5.Fill gas tank(s) before starting mower. DO NOT SMOKE near gasoline containers. Do not fill gas tank indoors or when engine is hot or running. Clean off any spilled gasoline before start- ing the mower.

OPERATION:

1.Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

2.Do not operate the mower in wet grass if possible.

3.Mow up and down slopes. Use extreme caution when mowing or turning on slopes. Always turn to the downhill side. Do not mow excessively steep slopes ( mower may tip over and cause injury or death ).

4.Use caution when backing up.

5.Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other than grass; or when traveling to and from the area to be mowed.

6.Never operate the mower with defective, broken or excessively worn parts. Keep all guards, shields, and safety devices in place and in proper working order.

7.Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speeds will increase the hazard of injury and can severely damage your machine.

8.Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts when operating mower.

9.Stop the blades and engine and set park brake before leaving the operators position for any reason.

10.Never make adjustments to the mower while engine and/or blades are running.

11.After striking a foreign object, stop mower and remove key. Inspect the mower for any damage and repair it immediately before continuing to mow.

12.Never operate this equipment in an enclosed or confined area without proper ventilation of the engine exhaust.

13.Do not allow any passengers to ride on the mower. It is designed for the operator only. Keep others away from the mower when in operation.

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Yazoo/Kees ZKH61251, ZKH61221, ZKH52221, ZKH52251 manual Safety Training, Preparation, Operation

ZKH52251, ZKH52221, ZKH61221, ZKH61251 specifications

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