Safety; Accident Patterns; Safety Instructions And Recommendation - Snapper Z1202B Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

SAFETY
ACCIDENT PATTERNS TO AVOID
I. CONTACT WITH THE ROTATING BLADE --This accident usually happens when the operator is
clearing the discharge chute of grass, (especially when the grass is wet), or when the operator
adjusts the machine without turning it off and waiting for the blades to completely stop.
II. PROPELLED OBJECTS --Sticks, rocks, wires, and other objects can be propelled out through the
discharge chute or from under the mower housing. Bystanders are particularly vulnerable.
III. GRASS CATCHER OR GUARD --The mower shall not be operated without either the entire grass
catcher or guard in place.
IV. OVERTURNING --This happens when riding mowers are used on steep slopes, embankments or hills.
The operator in these cases can come in contact with the blades or sustain injuries during a fall.
V. MOWER RUNNING OVER THE VICTIM -This usually happens when a riding mower is driven in
reverse. The accident victims are most often young children whom, unseen by the operator of the
mower, were in the area being mowed.
AT
SNAPPER,
WE SHARE YOUR DESIRE TO PROTECT YOURSELF, YOUR FAMILY, YOUR
FRIENDS AND YOUR NEIGHBORS FROM ACCIDENTAL INJURY, OBSERVING AND
ENFORCING THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES WILL HELP TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF
EVERYONE.
PLEASE BE CAREFUL!
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. PEOPLE WHO OPERATE, SERVICE, OR ARE OTHERWISE ASSOCIATED with the
Snapper
Zero Turning Radius Mower should be trained in its proper use and warned of its dangers. Before
operating, adjusting, or servicing the
Snapper
Zero Turning Radius Mower they should read and
understand this entire manual and the owner's engine manual.
2. AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING PARTS. Keep hands and feet from under mowing deck and away
from blades at all times. Turn engine (motor) off if you must unclog the chute.
3. AVOID HILLS AND SLOPES. Use extreme caution when mowing up or down slopes. NEVER mow
across the face of a slope. If a slope must be ascended, back up the slope; drive forward when
descending. Reduce speed and use caution to start, stop and maneuver. To prevent loss of control
on a slope avoid sharp turns, sudden changes in direction, and sudden stops and starts.
5. DISENGAGE POWER TO MOWER BEFORE BACKING UP. Do not mow in reverse unless
ABSOLUTELY necessary and then only after turning around and observing the entire area behind the
mower. Go slowly. Most "running over victim" accidents occur in reverse.
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