Exmark QUEST QZS708GEM50200 Operator's Manual page 8

Safety
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Never make any adjustments or repairs with the
engine running.
• Grass collection system components are subject
to wear, damage and deterioration, which could
expose moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. Frequently check components and
replace with manufacturers' recommended parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
• Check for proper brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals
as necessary.
• Use only genuine Exmark replacement parts to
ensure that original standards are maintained.
Exmark Riding Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific
to Exmark products or other safety information that
you must know that is not included in the ANSI
standards.
• Only adults and mature teenagers should operate
a mower, and even mature teenagers should have
adult supervision. Be sure a teenager:
1. has read and understands the Operator's
Manual and recognizes the risks involved;
2. is sufficiently mature to use caution; and
3. is of sufficient size and weight to operate
the controls comfortably and to manage the
mower without taking risks.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which
is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Do
Not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
• Park machine on level ground. Stop the engine,
wait for all moving parts to stop, engage parking
brake, disconnect spark plug wire(s) and remove
key before performing any service, repairs,
maintenance or adjustments.
• Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away
from attachment discharge area, underside of
mower and any moving parts while engine is
running.
• Do Not touch equipment or attachment parts
which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool
before attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
• Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
Protect your face, eyes, and clothing when
working with a battery.
• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks
and flames away from battery.
• Use only Exmark approved attachments.
Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved
attachments.
• If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use
a single, full-width ramp only. The ramp angle
should not exceed 15 degrees.
Note: The left and right sides of the machine are
determined while sitting in the seat in the normal
operating position
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