Safety Instructions; Before Operating - Walker MBSY Operator's Manual

Safety Instructions - Before Operating
Pay particular attention to any information labeled
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT,
and NOTE in this manual.
When you see the Safety Alert Symbol (
understand, and follow the instructions. Fail ure to
comply with safety instructions may result in person-
al injury.
The seriousness or degree of importance of each
type of information is defined as follows:
An IMMEDIATE hazard that WILL result in
severe personal injury or DEATH, if warn ing
is ignored and proper safety precau tions
are not taken.
A POTENTIAL hazard that COULD result in
severe personal injury or DEATH, if warn ing
is ignored and proper safety precau tions
are not taken.
Possible hazards or unsafe practices that
MAY result in MODERATE personal injury or
property damage, or machine damage, if
warning is ignored and proper safety pre-
cautions are not taken.
IMPORTANT: Identifies mechanical information
demanding special attention, since it deals with the
possibility of damaging a part or parts of the machine.
NOTE: Identifies information worthy of special
attention.
), read,
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Walker Manufacturing cannot predict every poten-
tially dangerous situation. Therefore, items labeled
as such in this manual do not cover all conceivable
situations. Any person using procedures, tools, or
control techniques not recommended by Walker
Manufacturing must take full responsibility for safety.
The Walker Rider Lawnmower has been designed
with many safety features to protect the operator from
personal harm or injury. However, it is necessary for
the operator to use safe operating procedures at all
times. Failure to follow safety instructions con-
tained in this manual may result in personal in-
jury or damage to equipment or property.
If you have any questions concerning setup, opera-
tion, maintenance, or safety, please contact your au-
thorized Walker Mower dealer or call Walker Manu-
facturing Company at (970) 221-5614.

BEFORE OPERATING

1. Read and understand the contents of this Op-
erator's Manual before starting and operat-
ing the machine. Become thoroughly familiar
with all machine controls and how to stop the
machine and disengage the controls quickly. Re-
placement Operator's Manuals are available by
sending the Model and Serial Number to:
Walker Manufacturing Company
5925 East Harmony Road
Fort Collins, CO 80528
2. Never allow children to operate rider mower.
Do not allow adults to operate without proper
instruction.
3. Clear the area to be mowed of any foreign
objects which may be picked up and thrown by
cutter blades. Pick up all sticks, stones, wire, and
any other debris.
4. Keep everyone, especially children and pets, a
safe distance away from the area being mowed.
Do not mow with bystanders in the area.
5. Do not operate the machine barefoot or wearing
sandals, sneakers, tennis shoes, or similar light-
weight footwear. Wear substantial protective
footwear.
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