Never o perate machine inwetgrass. A lways besure
ofyourfooting: k eepa firmholdonthe handle; w alk,
neverrun.
•
Disengage t he drivesystem, i f so equipped, before
starting theengine (motor).
•
If the equipment shouldstartto vibrateabnormally,
stoptheengine (motor) a ndcheckimmediately forthe
cause. V ibration is generally awarning oftrouble.
•
Always weareyeprotection w hen operating machine.
•
Useextra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, o r otherobjects thatmayobscure vision.
•
When loading o runloading thismachine, donotexceed
themaximum recommended operation angleof 15 °.
•
WearproperPersonal P rotective Equipment (PPE)
while operating t hismachine, including (ataminimum)
sturdy footwear, eyeprotection, andhearing protection.
Donotmowin shorts or opentoedfootwear.
Always letsomeone know youareoutside mowing.
III. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip & fall accidents,
which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
•
Mow across the face of slopes: never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
•
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
•
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps or hidden objects. Uneven
terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
•
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments.
You could lose your footing or balance.
•
Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
IV. SAFE HANDLING
OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremelyflammable
and the vapors are explosive.
•
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
•
Use only an approved container.
•
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
•
Allow engine to cool before refueling.
o
o
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water
heater or on other appliances.
•
Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on a truck or trailer
bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
•
Remove gas-powered
equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
•
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
•
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
•
Never overfill fuel tank.
Replace gas cap and tighten
securely.
V. GENERAL
SERVICE
o
o
Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Never make adjustments
or repairs with the engine
(motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting.
•
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.
•
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly. Never do anything to interfere with
the intended function of a safety device or reduce the
protection provided by a safety device.
•
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to
cool before storing.
•
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
•
Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while
the engine is running.
•
Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-
age, and deterioration,
which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer's
recom-
mended parts, when necessary.
•
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s)
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
•
Do not changethe engine governor setting oroverspeed
the engine.
•
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES .........................................................
2-3
4
.................................
4
ASSEMBLY .................................................................
4-5
OPERATION .............................................................
6-10
SCHEDULE ......................................
11
3
MAINTENANCE ......................................................
11-14
............................ 15-16
STORAGE ...............................................................
.................................................
18
WARRANTY ............................................................
19-22