Gravely 988100 Owner's/Operator's Manual page 7

4. Danger!
Stay clear of rotating parts.
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SAFETY RULES
Read, understand and follow all safety practices in
Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly. Failure
to follow instructions could result in personal injury and/or
damage to unit.
ALWAYS remove key (if equipped) and disconnect wire from
spark plug before assembly. Unintentional engine start up
can cause death or serious injury.
Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area to
understand:
• Work area
• Your unit
• All safety decals
ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully
before operation.
ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating along streets or
curbs.
Keep children and people away.
Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a
responsible adult.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and debris.
Thrown objects can cause injury.
Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid
uneven work areas and rough terrain.
ALWAYS be sure of your footing. Keep a firm hold on
handlebar. Walk, NEVER run.
DO NOT operate on wet grass.
Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an
accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility and
light.
Read the entire Owner/Operator manual and other training
material. If the operator or the mechanic cannot read the
manual, it is the owner's responsibility to explain it to them.
Only the user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or
injuries occurring to themselves, other people or property.
• Only trained adults may operate or service unit
• Training includes actual operation
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near unit.
Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.
Never carry passengers.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of medication,
drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires your complete and
unimpaired attention at all times.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their
alertness or coordination is impaired.
Wear adequate safety gear, protective gloves and footwear.
NEVER wear open sandals or canvas shoes during
operation.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be
thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts can cut off fingers or a
hand. Wrap blade(s), wear sturdy gloves and use extreme
caution when servicing. On multi-blade mowers, rotation of
one blade will cause all blades to rotate.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts
during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from operation.
Allow parts to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or
service.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Tie back hair that
may get caught in rotating parts.
Keep children and people away from unit during operation.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide
good ventilation.
Thrown objects can cause injury and property damage. DO
NOT point discharge at anyone or discharge directly onto
paved or gravel surfaces.
Always stand clear of the discharge area when operating
this unit.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual
and on the machine before starting. Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an Emergency
• Braking and steering characteristics
• Turning radius and clearance
ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and panels in
good repair, in place and securely fastened.
NEVER modify or remove safety devices.
ALWAYS keep discharge cover or complete grass catcher in
place and in proper working condition.
Check steering control operation frequently. Adjust and
service as required.
Safety Interlock System must function properly. DO NOT
operate unit if operator presence control is damaged or
disabled.
If you strike an object, or if equipment vibrates abnormally,
stop engine at once, disengage PTO, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and remove key. Check for any damage or
loose parts. Repair before restart.
Before starting engine: disengage PTO and place unit in
neutral.
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