Snapper 421823BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual page 83

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATION
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6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects
such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects
that could cause injury if thrown by blade or
interfere with mowing.
7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area.
Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and
STOP machine if anyone enters the area.
8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade
controls and other safety devices frequently for
proper operation and location.
9. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible.
Replace if damaged.
10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety
glasses, long pants and substantial footwear.
11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly
in preparation for emergencies.
12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
13. Check grass catcher components frequently for
signs of wear or deterioration and replace as
needed to prevent injury from thrown objects
going through weak or worn spots.
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive
1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.
2. Use only an approved fuel container.
3. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling.
4. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.
5. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container
inside where there is an open flame, spark or
pilot light such as on a water heater or other
appliances.
6. DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place the containers on the ground
away from the vehicle before filling.
7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the
vehicle or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If
this is not possible, then refuel equipment
using a portable container, rather than a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in
enclosed vehicles or trailers.
9. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete. DO NOT use a nozzle lock-
open device
10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and
tighten securely.
OPERATION
1. Mount and dismount machine from left side.
Keep clear of discharge opening at all times.
2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible.
Make sure blades are OFF and parking brake is
set.
3. DO NOT leave machine with engine running.
STOP engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and
Remove key before leaving operators position
of any reason.
4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly
seated with feet on feet rests or pedal(s).
5. STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure
blades have stopped before removing grass
catcher or unclogging mower to prevent loss of
fingers or hand.
6. Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass.
Set blades in highest position when mowing
over rough ground.
7. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades
underneath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground
while BLADES are ON or machine is in motion.
8. DO NOT operate machine without entire grass
catcher or guards in place and working. DO
NOT point discharge at people, passing cars,
windows or doors.
9. Slow down before turning.
10. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing
roadways.
11. STOP engine immediately after striking an
obstruction. Inspect machine and repair
damage before resuming operation.
12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good
artificial light.
13. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to
maintain control during speed and directional
changes.
14. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit
loads to those you can safely control and attach
loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER
attachment instructions.
15. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment
may cause loss of traction and loss of control.
When towing, travel slowly and allow extra
distance to stop.
16. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas.
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, a deadly poison.
17. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back
towards the operator.
18. Only use accessories approved by the
manufacturer. See manufacturer's instructions
for proper operation and installation of
accessories.