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Use care when checking blades. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use caution
when servicing them.
damaged blades, NEVER straighten or weld
them.
•
Disconnect the battery cable from the
negative battery post when the unit will be
allowed to sit for more than 30 days without
use.
•
Store
fuel
in
a
designed for this purpose in a cool, dry
place.
•
Gasoline
powered
containers should not be stored in a
basement or any enclosed area where open
pilot lights or heat appliances are present.
•
Shut off fuel while storing or transporting.
Do not store fuel near flames or drain
indoors.
•
Carefully release pressure from
components with stored energy
•
If possible, Do Not make adjustments with
.
the engine running
•
If the machine strikes a foreign object, stop
and inspect the machine.
necessary, before restarting.
•
Check brake operation frequently.
and service as required.
•
Do not modify safety equipment.
regularly to be sure it works properly. The
machine
must
not
defective or unmounted protective plate,
protective cowlings, safety switches, or
other protective devices.
•
Regularly clean deck and underside of deck,
avoid
spraying
engine
components with water.
DANGER
Charging or jump starting the battery
may produce explosive gasses. Battery
gases can explode causing serious
injury.
Only REPLACE
container
specifically
equipment
or
fuel
Repair, if
Adjust
Check
be
operated
with
and
electrical
• Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes
away from battery.
• Ventilate when charging or using
battery in an enclosed space.
• Make sure venting path of battery is
always open once battery is filled
with acid
• Always shield eyes and face from
battery.
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid,
which is poisonous and can cause
severe burns. Swallowing electrolyte
can be fatal or if it touches skin can
cause severe burns.
• Wear safety glasses to shield eyes,
and rubber gloves to protect skin and
clothing when handling electrolyte.
• Do Not swallow electrolyte.
• In the event of an accident, flush with
water and seek medical attention
immediately.
• Disconnect battery before making
any repairs. Disconnect the negative
terminal first and the positive last.
Reconnect positive first and negative
last.
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