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• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc.,
which could be thrown by the blade or cutting line.
Stay behind the handle when the engine is running.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before
operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear and long
pants.
• Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before and
while moving backward.
• Never direct discharged material toward anyone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the
operator.
• Stop the engine of the machine when crossing
surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the
machine to and from the area to be cut.
• Stop the blade(s) if the machine has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the machine to and
from the area to be mowed.
• Do not operate machine without the safety protective
devices in place and working.
• Never leave a running machine unattended.
• Stop the engine, wait until the blade comes to a
complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire
before cleaning or unclogging the machine.
• Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure
of your footing; walk; never run.
• If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine and check for the cause immediately.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
• See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation
and installation of accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes
require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it.
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall
accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. You could lose your footing or
balance.
• When using the HoverPro, always keep both hands
on the handlebar.
• When cutting steep slopes from the top of the slope
and a longer reach is needed, never tie the HoverPro
to a rope, use the extended handlebar kit option.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the
area.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your
view of a child.
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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.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
• Use only an approved gasoline container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
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