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SELF-PROPELLED
ROTARY MOWER
I MPORTA N T
Model Nos.
123-690
(RECOIL START)
123-695
START)
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
TRAINING
1.
Read the Operating and Service Instruction Manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment.
2.
Never allow children to operate a power mower.
3.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
PREPARATION
1.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones
and other foreign objects.
2.
Do not operate equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
3.
Check the fuel before starting the engine. Do not fill
the gasoline tank indoors, when the engine is running,
or while the engine is still hot. Wipe off any spilled
gasoline before starting the engine.
4.
Disengage the
self-propelled mechanism or drive
clutch on units so equipped before starting the engine
(motor).
5.
Never attempt to make a wheel adjustment while the
engine (motor) is running.
6.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
7.
Never operate the equipment in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle
and walk, never run.
FOR WALK-BEHIND MOWERS
5.
If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for
the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
6.
Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the
equipment, before cleaning the mower housing, and
when making any repairs or inspections.
7.
When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain
the
blade
and
all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
8.
Do not run the engine indoors.
9.
Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before removing the grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
10.
Mow across the face of slopes, never up-and-down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
11.
Always disconnect electric mowers (line operated)
before cleaning, [repairing or adjusting.
12.
Never operate mower without proper guards, plates
or other safety protective devices in place.
13.
Keep washout ports and other mower-housing service
openings closed Mvhen mowing.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Check the bladei and the engine mounting bolts at
OPERATION
frequent intervals for proper ti^tness.
1.
Do not change the engine governor settings or
l^®6p all nuts, bolts, and, screws tight to be sure the
overspeed the engine.
equipment is in safe working condition.
2.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
inside of a building where fumes may reach an open
3.
Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drive, walks or
flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
4.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine
'^®®P
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(motor),
remove
the
wire
from
spark
plug,
leaves, or excesshie grease.
thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and
^®
frequently for wear or
repair the damage before restarting and operating the
deterioration.
Replace with new bags for safety
mower.
protection.
MTD PRODUCTS INC
e
5389 WEST 130th STREET
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P.O.BOX 2741 CLEVEUND0HI044n 1
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