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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
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This
Safety
Alert
Symbol
indicates
important
messages
in this
/
manual.
When
you see this symbol,
carefully
read
the message
tha
j
follows
and be alert
to the possibility
of personal
injury.
Read
this
manual
completely.
This
machine
can amputate
hands,
feet, and throw
objects.
Failure
to observe
the following
safety
instructions
could
result
in serious
injury
or death.
•
Read the manual.
Learn to operate this machine
safely.
•
Always disconnect
the spark plug wire and place the wire where it cannot contact the spark plug, to prevent
accidental
starting the engine when setting up, transporting,
adjusting
or making repairs.
•
Keep all shields and guards in place.
•
Understand
the speed, steering and stability of this machine.
Know the positions
and operations
of all
controls before you operate this machine.
Check all of the controls
in a safe area before starting to work
with this machine.
•
Allow only responsible
adults who are familiar with these instructions
to operate this machine.
Never allow
children to operate this machine.
•
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. that can be picked up and thrown
by the blade.
•
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.
Be aware of the mower discharge
direction
and do
not point at anyone.
Stop the machine
if anyone enters the mowing
area.
Children
are often attracted to the
machine
and the mowing
activity.
Never assume
that children
will remain
where you last saw them.
Keep
children under the watchful
care of another responsible
adult.
•
No riders!
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
•
Do not mow in reverse.
Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
•
Turn off the blades when not mowing.
Before leaving the machine,
turn off the blades and stop the engine.
•
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
•
Do not operate the mower if it has been dropped
or damaged
in any manner or if the mower vibrates
excessively.
Excessive
vibration
is an indication
of damage.
Repair mower as necessary.
•
Dress properly.
Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear only solid shoes
with good traction when mowing.
•
Do not operate the machine
while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
•
Operate self-propelled
machines
up and down slopes.
There is significant
risk of overturns
when operating
across slopes.
Operate walk-behind
machines
across slopes.
There is a significant
risk of slipping under a
walk-behind
machine
when operating up and down slopes.
Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
•
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
•
Stop and inspect the equipment
if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
•
Never make adjustments
or repairs with the engine running.
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