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_DANGER:
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions
could result
in serious injury or death.
_IbWARNING:
In orderto 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.
_t, WARNING:
Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
_,WARNING:
Tow only the attachments
that are recommended
by and comply with
specifications
of the manufacturer
of your
tractor. (Jse common
sense when towing.
Operate
only at the lowest possible
speed
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while
on a slope,
is dangerous.
Tires
can lose
traction
with the ground
and cause you to
lose control of your tractor.
_.WARNING:
Engine
exhaust,
some
of
its constituents,
and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain
or emit chemicals
known to
the State of California
to cause cancer and
birth defects
or other reproductive
harm.
_kWARNING:
Battery posts, terminals
and
related
accessories
contain
lead and lead
compounds,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
harm. Wash
hands
after handling.
I. GENERAL
OPERATION
•
Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions on the machine
and in the manual
before starting.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine.
Keep clear
of the discharge
openmg at all times.
Only allow responsible
adults,
who are
familiar
with the instructions,
to operate
the machine.
•
Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked
up and thrown
by the blades.
•
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders
beforeoperating.
Stop machine ifanyone
enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
•
Do not mowin
reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
•
Never direct discharged
materialtoward
anyone.
Avoid
discharging
material
agatnst
a wall or obstruction.
Matenal
may ricochet
back toward the operator.
Stop the blades
when crossing
gravel
surfaces.
Do not operate machine
without the en-
tire grass catcher,
discharge
chute,
or
other safety devices in place and working.
•
Slow down before turning.
•
Never
leave a running
machine
unat-
tended.
Always
turn
off blades,
set
parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
•
Disengage
blades
when not mowing.
Shut off engine and walt for all parts to
co me to a complete
stop before cleaning
the machine, removing the grass catcher,
or unclogging
the discharge
chute.
Operate machine only in dayhghtor
good
artificial light.
•
Do not operate the machine
while under
the influence
of alcohol or drugs,
Watch for traffic when operating
near or
crossing
roadways.
Use extra carewhen
loading or unloading
the machine
into a trailer or truck,
Always wear eye protection when operat-
ing machine.
Data indicates
that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved in a large
percentage
of riding mower-related
inju-
ries.
These operators
should
evaluate
their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves
and
others from serious
injury.
•
Followthemanufacturer'srecommenda-
tion for wheel weights or counterweights.
°
Keep machine
free of grass,
leaves or
other debns build-u p which can touch hot
exhaust/engine
parts and burn. Do not
allow the mower to plow leaves or other
debris which can cause build-up
to oc-
cur. Clean any oil or fuel spitfage before
operating
or storing the machine.
Allow
machtne to cool before storage.
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