Dixon ZTR Mowers Operator's Manual page 3

SAFETY
The most common causes of lawn mower injuries are:
1. Contact with mower blade(s) with hands or feet.
2. Tipping over.
3. Running over children.
70 PREVENT THESE AND OTHER INJURIES, READ AND
UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN MANUAL AND ON
MOWER BEFORE STARTING MOWER. FAILURE TO
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-READ CAREFULLY
General Operation
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Read, understand, and observe all instructions before
starting mower.
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Allow only responsible adults to operate mower.
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Wear appropriate, safe clothing when operating mower.
Never operate mower with bare feet or open sandals.
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Do not use mower when grass is wet or slippery.
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Clear area of rocks, wire, toys, and other objects which can
cause injury If thrown by mower.
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Clear area of people and pets. Stop mower If anyone enters
area.
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Do not carry passengers.
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Look behind before and during backing. Do not mow in
reverse unless absolutely necessary. Check discharge
direction. Do not point discharge at people, passing cars,
windows, or doors,
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Slow down before turning.
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Do not leave running mower unattended. Turn off blade, set
parking brake, turn off engine and remove key before
dismounting.
Your Dixon mower is equipped with a weight-
sensitive switch which kills the engine when the
operator leaves the seat while blade is engaged.
TEST THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE
BEFORE EACH MOWER USE BY STARTING
ENGINE, ENGAGING BLADE AND RISING SLIGHTLY
FROM SEAT. IF ENGINE DOES NOT STOP, SEE
YOUR DEALER FOR NECESSARY REPAIR.
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Turn off blade, shut off engine, and remove-key before
removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.
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Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Do not operate mower while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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Watch for traffic when operating mower near or when
crossing roadways.