Safety Rules - Murray 425014X92E Instruction Book

This instruction book is written for a person
with some mechanical ability. Like most ser-
vice books, not all the steps are described.
Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasten-
ers are steps anyone can follow with some
mechanical ability. Read and follow these
instructions before you use the unit.
Know your product: If you understand the
unit and how the unit operates, you will get the
best performance. As you read this manual,
compare the illustrations to the unit. Learn
the location and the function of the controls.
To help prevent an accident, follow the oper-
ating instructions and the safety rules. Keep
this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT: Many units are not assembled
and are sold in cartons. It is the responsibility
of the owner to make sure the assembly in-
structions in the manual are exactly followed.
Other units are purchased in assembled
condition. On assembled units, it is the re-
sponsibility of the owner to make sure the
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING: In order to prevent
ac ci den tal starting when setting up,
trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs,
always dis con nect spark plug wire and
place wire where it can not contact spark
plug.
WARNING: Do not coast down a
hill in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
WARNING: Tow only the at tach -
ments that are rec om mend ed by and
comply with spec i fi ca tions of the man-
u fac tur er of your tractor. Use common
sense when towing. Operate only at the
lowest possible speed when on a slope.
Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dan ger ous. Tires can lose trac tion with
the ground and cause you to lose control
of your tractor.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some
of its constituents, and certain vehicle
com po nents contain or emit chem i cals
known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause
can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro-
duc tive harm.
OWNER'S INFORMATION
unit is correctly assembled. The owner must
carefully check the unit according to the in-
structions in this manual before it is fi rst used.
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER
The responsibility of the owner is to
follow the instructions below.
1. Carefully read and follow the rules for
2. Follow all the assembly and prepara-
3. Inspect the unit.
4. Make sure that the operator of the unit
5. Operate the unit only with guards,
6. Correctly adjust the unit.
7. Service the unit only with authorized or
8. Complete all maintenance on the unit.

SAFETY RULES

and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and
birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
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safe operation.
tion instructions.
knows how to correctly use all stan-
dard and accessory equipment.
shields, and other safety items in place
and working correctly.
approved replacement parts.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals
Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual before starting.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine. Keep clear
of the discharge opening at all times.
Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate
the machine.
Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blades.
Be sure the area is clear of bystand-
ers before operating. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.