Briggs & Stratton Legacy XL Operator's Manual page 5

Overhead Obstacles
Check for overhead clearances
before driving under any objects. Do
not allow the roll bar to contact low
overhanging obstacles such as tree
branches and guide wires.
Roll Bar Use
Keep the roll bar in the raised
position and fasten the seat belt.
There is no roll over protection when
the roll bar is down! Do not jump
off if the mower tips (it is safer to be
secured by the seat belt with the roll
bar raised.)
Lower the roll bar only when
necessary (such as to temporarily
clear a low overhanging obstacle)
and NEVER remove it. Do NOT use
the seat belt when the roll bar is
down. Raise the roll bar as soon as
clearance permits.
Operating Safety
Congratulations on purchasing a
superior-quality piece of lawn and
garden equipment. Our products are
designed and manufactured to meet
or exceed all industry standards for
safety.
Power equipment is only as safe
as the operator. If it is misused, or
not properly maintained, it can be
dangerous! Remember, you are
responsible for your safety and that
of those around you.
Use common sense, and think
through what you are doing. If you
are not sure that the task you are
about to perform can be safely
done with the equipment you have
chosen, ask a professional: contact
your local authorized dealer.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur with
children. Do not allow them
anywhere near the area of operation.
Children are often attracted to the
unit and mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain
where you last saw them. If there is a
risk that children may enter the area
where you are mowing, have another
responsible adult watch them.
DO NOT GIVE CHILDREN RIDES
ON THIS UNIT! This encourages
them to come near the unit in the
future while it is running, and they
could be seriously hurt. They may
then approach the unit for a ride
when you are not expecting it, and
you may run over them.
Read the Manual
The operator's manual contains
important safety information you
need to be aware of BEFORE
you operate your unit as well as
DURING operation.
Safe operating techniques, an
explanation of the product's features
and controls, and maintenance
information is included to help you
get the most out of your equipment
investment.
Be sure to completely read the
Safety Rules and Information
found on the following pages. Also
completely read the Operation
section.
Reverse
Do not mow in reverse unless
absolutely necessary. Always look
down and behind before and while
traveling in reverse even with the
mower blades disengaged.
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