Operating Safely - Ferris 400S Series Operator's Manual

Operating Safely

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to
obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe
personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage
to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of
amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
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cautions or warnings which must be followed.
Operating 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.
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.
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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.
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.
Slope Operation
You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this
unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that
is too steep or where you don't have adequate traction can
cause you to lose control or roll over. Refer to the Slope
Identification Guide to measure the slope of a lawn surface.
A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope you
cannot back up. You should not operate on inclines with a
slope greater than 10 degrees, a 3.5 ft (1,1 m) rise over a
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