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SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGW|RE ANDPLACEWlRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK
PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING
REPA,.S.
iMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH
SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUM-
STANCES.
TRAINING:
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Read this operator's manuat carefully.
Become familiar with
the controls and know how to operate your mower properly
Learn how to quickly stop mower
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Do not allow children to use your mower. Never allow adults
to use mower without proper instructions,
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Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially
small children and pets,
.
Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as de-
scribed in this manual
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Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in
any manner,
Always have damage repaired before using
your mower,
Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended
by the manufacturer
Use of such attachments
may be
hazardous
The blade turns when the engine is running
PREPARATION:
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Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear it of
all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects_
These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause
severe injury.
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Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and
while using your mower
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Dress properly.
Do not operate mower when barefoot or
wearing open sandals
Wear only solid shoes with good
traction when mowing,
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Check fuel tank before starting engine
Do not fill gas tank
indoors, when tile engine is running or when the engine is hot,
Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the
gas tank
Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine.
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Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your
mower
Never attempt to do this while tile engine is running_
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Mow oniy in daylight or good artificial light,
OPERATION:
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Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being
cut. Do not let other interests distract you.
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Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never run while operating
your mower_ Always be sure of your footing - keep a firm hold
on the handles and walk.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts
Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times
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Always stop the blade whenever you leave or are not using
yourmower, orbefore crossing driveways, walks, roads, and
any gravel-covered
areas
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Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders
nor
allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it,
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Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop
the engine and make absolutely
sure the blade and all
moving parts have stopped,, Then disconnect the spark plug
wire and keep it away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting,
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Do not continue to run your mower ifyou hit a foreign object
Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any dam-
age before restarting and operating you mower.
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Do not change the governor
settings or overspeed
the
engine
Engine damage or personal injury may result,
.
Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally.
Exces-
sive vibration is an indication of damage;
stop the engine,
safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required_
Do not run the engine indoors, Exhaust fumes are danger-
ous.
Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you
Mow
across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might
lose your footing
Do not mow excessivety steep slopes
Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or
when changing dlrect_ons - maintain good footing,
Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,
grass catcher or other safety devices in place.
MAINTENANCE
AND STORAGE:
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Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be
sure they are tightened prope_iy
.
Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi-
tion
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Keep all safety devices in place and working
.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves
or excessive grease and oil
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Check grass catcher often for deterioration
and wear and
replace worn bags
Use onfy replacement
bags that are
recommended
by and comply with specifications
of the
manufacturer
of your mower.
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Always keep a sharp blade on your mower
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Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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Never stere mower with fuel in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source
such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc
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LOOK
FOR THIS SYMBOL
TO POINT
OUT IMPORTANT
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS
- ATTENTION!!!
BECOME
ALERT_!!
YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED.
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