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Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
Important
information.
calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note: emphasizes general
information worthy of special attention.
Safety
To ensure maximum safety and best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that
you and any other operator of the lawn mower read
and understand the contents of this manual before the
engine is ever started.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this lawn mower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential,
comply with the following safety instructions.
Safe Operating Practices
The following instructions are from the ANSI/OPEI
B71.4–1999 standard.
Training
Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read
English it is the owner's responsibility to explain this
material to them.
Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people, or property.
Preparation
Only use accessories and attachments approved by the
manufacturer.
Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing
or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which
can be thrown by the machine.
Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
– Use only an approved container.
– Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
– Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
Check that operator's presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
Operation
Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes
and hidden hazards.
Only start engine from the operator's position.
Be sure of your footing, especially when backing up.
Walk, don't run. Never operate on wet grass. Reduced
footing could cause slipping.
Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to
mow across the face of slopes. Turf conditions can
affect the machine's stability. Use caution while
operating near drop–offs.
Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
Stop on level ground and shut off engine before
leaving the operator's position for any reason
including emptying the catcher or unclogging the
chute.
Stop equipment and inspect blade after striking objects
or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make necessary
repairs before resuming operations.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
Keep pets and bystanders away.
Slow down and use caution when crossing roads and
sidewalks. Stop blade if not mowing.
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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