Safety Rules; General Operation; Of The Owner - Murray 96014000100 Instruction Book

This instruction bookis written for a person
with somemechanicalability.Likemostser-
vice books, not all the steps are described.
Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasten-
ers are steps anyone can follow with some
mechanical ability. Read and follow these
instructionsbeforeyou use the unit.
Know your product: If you understandthe
unitandhowthe unitoperates,youwillgetthe
bestperformance.As you readthis manual,
comparethe illustrationsto the unit. Learn
the locationandthe functionof the controls.
Tohelp preventan accident,followthe oper-
atinginstructionsandthe safetyrules. Keep
this manualfor future reference.
IMPORTANT:Manyunitsarenotassembled
andaresoldincartons. Itis theresponsibility
of the ownerto makesure the assembly in-
structionsinthe manualareexactlyfollowed.
Other units are purchased in assembled
condition. On assembledunits, it is the re-
sponsibility of the owner to make sure the
unit is correctlyassembled.The ownermust
carefully checkthe unit accordingto the in-
structionsinthis manualbeforeitisfirst used.
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER
The responsibility of the owner is to
follow the instructions below.
1. Carefully read and follow the rules for
safe operation.
2. Follow all the assembly and prepara-
tion instructions.
3. Inspect the unit.
4. Make sure that the operator of the unit
knows how to correctly use all stan-
dard and accessory equipment.
5. Operate the unit only with guards,
shields, and other safety items in place
and working correctly.
6. Correctly adjust the unit.
7. Service the unit only with authorized or
approved replacement parts.
8. Complete all maintenance on the unit.
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING: In order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
WARNING: Do not coast down a
hill in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
WARNING: Tow only the attach-
ments that are recommended by and
comply with specifications of the man-
ufacturer of your tractor. Use 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
components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.
WARNING: 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 followall
instructions 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 opening 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 bystand-
ers before operating. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
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