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Never make adjustments
or repairs with
the engine running°
Grass catcher
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
manufacturer's
recommended
parts,
when necessary_
° Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s)
or wear gloves,
and
use extra caution
when servicing
them
Check brake operation
frequently.
Adjust and service
as required.
° Be sure the area is clear of other people
before
mowing.
Stop machine
if anyone
enters the area.
o Never carry passengers_
o Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-
ly necessary.
Always look down and
behind before
and while backing.
- Never' carry children.
They may fall off
and be seriously
injured or interfere
with
safe machine
operation.
o Keep children
out of the mowing
area
and under the watchful
care of another
responsible
adult,
o Be alert and turn machine
off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing,
look behind
and down for small children°
° Mow up and down slopes
(15 ° Max), not
across°
o Remove
obstacles
such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps,
Uneven
terrain could overturn
the machine_
Tall
grass can hide obstacles_
o Use slow speed.
Choose
a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
o Avoid starting
or stopping
on a slope. If
tires lose traction,
disengage
the blades
and proceed
slowly straight
down the
slope.
• Do not turn on slopes
unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill,
if possible.
,_kLook
for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions.
It means CAU-
TION!!!
BECOME
AWARE!!!
YOUR
SAFE-
TY tS INVOLVED.
,_kCAUTtON:
In order to prevent
acciden-
tal starting
when setting up, transporting,
adjusting
or making repairs
always
discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.
,_kWARNING:
The engine exhaust
from
this product
contains
chemicals
known to
the State of California
to cause cancer,
birth defects,
or other reproductive
harm.
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