Safety Rules - Simplicity 1692358 Operator's Manual

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Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of
unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mow-
fies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
GENERAL OPERATION
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
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manual and on the unit before starting.
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with
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the instructions, to operate the unit.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,
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etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the
blade(s).
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow-
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ing. Stop unit if anyone enters the area.
Never carty passengers.
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Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
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Always look down and behind before and while trav-
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do
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without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector
in place.
Slow down before turning.
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Never leave a running unit unattended. Always
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disengage the PTO, set parking brake, stop engine,
and remove keys before dismounting.
Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades
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when not mowing.
Stop engine before removing grass catcher or
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unclogging chute.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Do not operate the unit while under the influence of
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alcohol or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
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roadways.
Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit
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into a trailer or truck.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-con&l and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
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WARNING - SLOPE OPERATION
Never operate on slopes greater than 30 percent
(16.7") which is a rise of three feet vertically in 10 feet
horizontally. When operating on slopes that are
greater than 15 percent (6.5") but less than 30 percent
use front counterweights and rear wheel weights (see
your dealer). Select slow ground speed before driving
onto slope. In addition to front and rear weights, use
extra caution when operating on slopes with rear-
mounted orass catcher. Mow UP and DOWN the slooe.
never a&ss the face, use caution when changing
directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.
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See your authorized dealer for recommendations of
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wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
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Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
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overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will
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not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach-
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ments. These can change the stability of the unit.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
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Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
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Do notstart or stop on a slope. If tires lose traction,
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disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
Do notturn on slopes unless necessary, and then,
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turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
Do not
mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embank-
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ments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a
wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
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Do mow on wet grass.-Redmed traction could
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cause sliding.
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the ground.
Do not
use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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Safety Rules