Woods MOW'N MACHINE FZ22K Operator's Manual page 6

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
(Safety Rules continued from previous page)
 Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck
or trailer and refuel on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer
with a portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
 Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank opening at all times until fueling is com-
plete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
 If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
 Never over-fill tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
securely.
 Handle fuel carefully; it is highly flammable.
Always use an approved container. Never remove
fuel cap or add fuel while engine is running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Wipe up all spilled
fuel before starting engine.
TRANSPORTATION
 Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine onto a trailer or truck.
 Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
 Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
 Transport power unit facing rearward when
equipped with a sunshade.
OPERATION
 Keep bystanders away from equipment.
 Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator.
 Make sure people and objects are clear of
attachment and discharge area before engaging
PTO.
 Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters
the mowing area.
 Before and while backing, look behind and
down for children.
 Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.
 Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
 Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
6 Safety
SAFETY RULES
 Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
 When improperly operated, power unit can roll
over or upset. Use of rollover protective structure
(ROPS) with seat belt securely fastened will reduce
the possibility of injury or death if rollover or upset
occurs.
 Always use the seat belt when the foldable
ROPS is in the upright position. Do not use the
seat belt if the foldable ROPS is in the down posi-
tion. The ROPS and seat belt must be used in all
conditions except when mowing on flat terrain
under branches or other obstructions. Return
ROPS to upright position and fasten seatbelt as
soon as possible.
 Use care when operating with ROPS or sun-
shade around shrubs, trees or other objects that
can become entangled with power unit.
 Use extreme care when approaching blind cor-
ners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block
your vision.
 Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
 Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
 Start engine from operator's seat after disen-
gaging power unit PTO and placing steering levers
in neutral.
 Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
 Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely neces-
sary.
 Slow down before turning.
 Do not operate on slopes greater than 15
degrees (27% grade).
 Mow up and down slopes, not across.
 If the tires lose traction on a slope, disengage
the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
 Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-
denly on slopes.
 Do not make sudden changes in speed or direc-
tion which could cause the machine to roll over.
 Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
(Safety Rules continued on next page)
MM F-Series (Rev. 8/1/2008