Safety Alert Symbol; Training; Preparation - Exmark Lazer Z Operator's Manual

1. SAFETY

1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
THE MACHINE TO IDENTIFY IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES WHICH MUST BE
FOLLOWED TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. THIS
The safety alert symbol appears above information which alerts you of unsafe actions
or situations and will be followed by the word DANGER , WARNING , or CAUTION.
When used with the word DANGER: IT DENOTES THAT AN EXTREME HAZARD
EXISTS WHICH WOULD RESULT IN HIGH PROBABILITY OF DEATH OR
IRREPARABLE INJURY IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN.
When used with the word WARNING: IT DENOTES THAT A HAZARD EXISTS WHICH
CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN.
When used with the word CAUTION: IT DENOTES A REMINDER OF SAFETY
PRACTICES OR DIRECTS ATTENTION TO UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN.

1.2 TRAINING

1.2.1 Regard the Exmark mower as a piece of power equipment and teach
this regard to all who operate this unit.
1.2.2 Read the instructions carefully. Familiarize yourself with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment.
1.2.3 Never allow children, teenagers, or people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the mower.
1.2.4 Avoid mowing while people, especially children or pets, are nearby. Keep
in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.

1.3 PREPARATION

1.3.1 The use of personal protective equipment, such as (but not limited to)
protection for the eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended.
1.3.2 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate equipment when barefoot or when wearing open sandals.
1.3.3 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects which
may damage the equipment or cause personal injury to the operator or
bystanders.
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
DANGER
DO NOT operate the engine in a small
confined area where dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes can collect.
IS USED BOTH IN THIS MANUAL AND ON
ALERT
SYMBOL MEANS:
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