Safety Information And Warnings - Stanley 54ZS Owner's Manual

Safety Information and Warnings 54ZS, 6 2ZS
Safety Information
STANLEY lawn mowers are designed to give safe
and dependable service if operated according to
instructions. Read and understand this owner's
manual before operating your lawn mower.
Emission Control System Information
The U.S. and California Clean Air Acts
EPA and California regulations require all
manufacturers to furnish written instructions
describing the operation and maintenance of
emission control systems. The following instructions
and procedures must be followed in order to keep
the emissions from your engine within the emission
standards.
Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are located on your mower to warn
you of potential hazards. Read them carefully. If a
label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact
your GXi Parts and Service, LLCfor a replacement.
Operator Responsibility
It is the owner's responsibility that all operators and
mechanics must be trained and read this manual
before operating the mower as well as being
physically able individuals. They should be
instructed about safe operating and mechanical
procedures. If they can not read or understand
English, it is the owner's responsibility to explain all
safety operating instructions. The owner or
operator is responsible for accidents or injuries
occurring to themselves, other people or property.
Potential misfortunate incidents can be prevented
by the owner/user.
Mower Inspection
For your safety, inspect the lawn mower before each
use. Before you begin your inspection, be sure the
following conditions are met: the lawn mower should
be on a level surface, with the ignition switch off, the
key removed, the break set, and the blades disengaged.
Also, disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark
plugs and ground them against the engine to prevent
inadvertent starting.
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Walk around the mower and look for any fluid
spills or leaks on or underneath the mower.
Remove any and all excessive debris, dirt, and
fluids.
2. Look for signs of damage or excessive wear.
Check the tightness of all nuts, bolts, pins, and
screws. Tighten any that may be loose and
replace any that are missing.
3. Be sure the safety interlock controls are
operating properly so that the engine cannot be
started unless the ground speed control lever is
in neutral and the blades are disengaged.
4. Check the mower blades for any damage or
abnormal wear. If replacement is required,
replace in sets so that they are balanced.
5. Check the tire pressure on all four tires. Do not
exceed the recommended maximum indicated
on the tire.
6. Checkthe belts for wear and correct tension.
See page 15 for instructions.
7. Check engine oil and air filters as recommended
in the engine manufacturer's manual.
Children
1. Never allow children to operate or ride on mowers.
2. Always keep children at a safe distance when
operating or servicing a mower
3. Make sure to always look out for children before
you make turns or reverse.
4. Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator
I WARNING I
WARNING! Do not use your STANLEY lawn mower to
carry passengers. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and
children at a safe distance from the machine while it is
in operation. Inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys,
and wires which can be thrown bythe machine causing
serious injury or death.
Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses and hearing protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
Rev:JUN2011 STANLEY Finish Mower 1