Safety Alert Symbol; Training; Preparation - Exmark Metro 21 Operator's Manual

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1. SAFETY
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-
behind rotary mowers and the B71.4 specifications of the American National Standards
Institute in effect at the time of production.
Exmark designed and tested this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however,
failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury.

1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
identify important safety messages which must be followed to avoid accidents. This
symbol means:
The safety alert symbol appears above information which alerts you to unsafe actions or
situations and will be followed by the word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
DANGER: White lettering/Red background. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Black lettering/Orange background. Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Black lettering/Yellow background. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.

1.2 TRAINING

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1.3 PREPARATION

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ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Regard the Exmark mower as a piece of power equipment and teach this regard
to all who operate this unit.
Read the instructions carefully. Familiarize yourself with the controls and the
proper use of the equipment. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read
English it is the owner's responsibility to explain this material to them.
Do not allow operation of this machine by untrained personnel. Never allow
children, teenagers, or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Avoid mowing while people, especially children, or pets, are nearby. Keep in
mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed
to properly and safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments
approved by Exmark.
The use of personal protective equipment, such as (but not limited to) protection
for the eyes, ears, feet, and head is recommended.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85
dBA at the operator's ear when in operation.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Exposure to sound levels of 85 dBA or above for
extended periods of time can cause hearing loss.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Wear hearing protection when operating this machine.
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