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MPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwingob ects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injup/or death.
I, GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow art
instructions in the manua_and on the
machine before starting.
, Only allow responsibleadults, 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 blade,
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.
• Never carP/passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unlese abso-
lutely necessary. A(ways look down
and behind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge
directionand do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher or the
guard in place.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or uncioggiogchute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine white
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traff_ when operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when ioadiog or
unloadingthe machine into a trailer or
truck.
• Data indicatesthat operators, age 60
years and above, are involved in a
large percentage of ridingmower-
related injuries. These operators
shouldevaluate their ability to operate
the ridingmower safely enough to
protect themselves and others from
serious injury.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factorrelated to loss-of-
control and tipover accidents, which can
result in severe in ury or death. Allslopes
require extra cautlen. If youcannotback up
the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not
mow it.
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide ob_
staeles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you wiltnot have to stop or shift
white on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-
dations for wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchersor
other attachments. These can change
the stabilityof the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual, Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope. If
fires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
DO NOT:
• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-
saP/, end then, turn slowly and gradu-
ally downhill, if possible,
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,or
embankments. The mower could
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliffor ditch, or if an edge
caves
in.
• Oo not mow on wet grass. Reduced
tractioncould cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.
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