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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. Stay
alert for hidden hazards.
Avoid uneven and rough terrain. DO NOT operate near
drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly
turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if
an edge caves in.
Dust, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an accident.
Operate unit only when there is good visibility and light.
Only trained adults may operate unit.
Training includes actual operation.
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 and protective gloves. Wear
proper footwear to improve footing on slippery surfaces.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back hair
that may get caught in rotating parts.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be
thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts
can cut off fingers or a hand.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating
parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body
parts.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is
running.
ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit and engine,
remove key and allow moving parts to stop before
leaving operator's position.
Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an Emergency
• Braking and steering characteristics
• Turning radius and clearances
DO NOT operate unit with bagger unless front weight is
installed.
NEVER operate bagger if the unit's safety interlock
system is not working properly.
Always be aware of maximum sweep of bagger when
turning. Always allow adequate clearance between
bagger, personnel and other objects when turning.
As grass catcher fills, be alert to changing unit stability
and control.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use.
ALWAYS disengage PTO, stop unit and engine, remove
key, engage parking brake and allow moving parts to stop
before leaving operator's position.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT change
engine governor settings or over-speed engine. Slow
down before turning.
DO NOT mow near dropoffs, ditches or embankments.
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.
Know the weight of loads. Limit loads to those you can
safely control and the unit can safely handle.
ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards and panels
in good repair, in place and securely fastened.
DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
ALWAYS look down and behind before and while
backing.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine.
ALWAYS allow adequate clearance for unit, attachments,
operator and objects in work area when turning. Slow
down before turning.
NEVER carry passengers.
If you cannot back up a slope or you feel uneasy on it, do
not mow it.
Mow up and down slopes, not across them.
Keep all movements on the slope slow and gradual. DO
NOT make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down
the slope.
DO NOT operate on slopes over 10°.
DO NOT park on slopes unless absolutely necessary. If
you must park on a slope, always chock or block wheels.
Always set parking brake.
Use a slow speed. Avoid changing speeds on slopes.
Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes
are functioning properly.
Use extra care when loading or unloading unit on trailer
or truck.
Disengage PTO, stop engine, remove key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, making repairs,
adjusting or when clearing debris.
ALWAYS block wheels. Know all jack stands are strong,
secure and will hold weight of unit during maintenance.
ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and panels
in good repair, in place and securely fastened. NEVER
modify or remove safety devices.
Keep unit free of grass, leaves, or other debris. Clean up
oil or fuel spills.
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