Safety Information - Honda HRC216 Owner's Manual

1. SAFETY
SAFETY INFORMATION
For your safety and the safety of others, pay special attention to these precautions:
Operator Responsibilii
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Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency. Understand the
use of all controls.
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Be sure that anyone who operates the lawn mower receives proper instruction.
Allowing anyone, especially children, to operate the mower without proper
instruction may result in serious injury.
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Wear long pants and protective footwear. Operating the mower while barefoot
or wearing sandals would increase the risk of injury.
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Keep all persons and pets away from the mowing area.
Blade Hazards
The blade is sharp, and it turns at high speed. Accidental contact can cause serious
injury.
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If the mower tilts or overturns, the blade will be exposed; that will increase
the risk of injury from blade contact and from thrown objects.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the cutter deck while the engine is
running.
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Stop the engine before adjusting cutting height, or performing any inspection
or maintenance
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Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the blade when cleaning out
the mower deck, or when inspecting or replacing the blade Disconnect the
spark plug cap to prevent any possibility of accidental starting.
Thrown Object Hazards
Objects hit by the blade can be thrown with great force Thrown objects may
cause serious injury or property damage
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Before mowing, clear the lawn of sticks, stones, dog bones, and other litter
and loose objects. Mow only in daylight, so you can see and avoid objects
in the grass.
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Before starting the mower, be sure that the grass bag, grass catcher, or side-
discharge chute is in place, or that the discharge guard is closed.
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Release the ROTO-STOP lever to stop the blade before reaching areas with
gravel, loose stones, or landscaping material.
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Broken pieces thrown from a worn or damaged blade can cause serious injury.
Always inspect the blade before using the mower.
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