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IMPORTANT:
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.
GENERAL
OPERATION
• Read, understand,
and follow all
instructions in the manual and on the
machine
before
starting.
• 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 blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people
before
mowing.
Stop machine
if
anyone
enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse
unless absolute-
ly necessary.
Always
look down and
behind
before
and while
backing.
• Be aware of the mower
discharge
direction
and 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 unclogging
chute.
• Mow only in daylight
or 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 care when loading
or
unloading
the machine
into a trailer or
truck.
• Data indicates
that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved
in a
large percentage
of riding mower-
related
injuries.
These
operators
should
evaluate
their ability to operate
the
riding mower safely
enough
to protect
themselves
and others from serious
injury.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-
of-control and tipover accidents, which
can result in severe injury or death. All
slopes
require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on
it, do not mow it.
DO:
• 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 obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's
recommen-
dations for wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments.
These can change
the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement
on the slopes slow
and gradual.
Do not make sudden
changes
in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction,
disengage
the blades
and proceed
slowly
straight
down the
slope,
DO NOT:
• Do not turn on slopes
unless
neces-
sary, and then, turn slowly
and gradual-
ly downhill,
if possible.
• Do not mow near drep-offs,
ditches,
or
embankments.
The mower could
suddenly
turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves
in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction
could
cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize
the machine
by
putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher
on steep
slopes.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence
of children.
Children
are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible
adult.
• Be alert and turn machine
off if children
enter the area.
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