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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation
Practices
for Ride-On
Mowers
IMPORTANT:
THIS CUTTING
MACHINE
iS CAPABLE
OF AMPUTATING
HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING
OBJECTS
FAILURE
TO OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING
SAFETY
iNSTRUCTIONS
COULD
RESULT
iN SERIOUS
INJURY
OR DEATH.
I,
GENERAL
OPERATION
•
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual
and on the machine before starting.
•
Only allow responsible
adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine°
•
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
•
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing° Stop
machine if anyone enters the ama_
•
Never carry passengers
•
Do not mow in reverse uniess absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
•
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without either the
entire grass catcher or the guard in place.
•
Slow down before turning.
°
Never leave a running machine unattended.
Always turn off
blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting_
•
Turn off blades when not mowing_
•
Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging
chute.
•
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
•
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of
alcohol or' d rugs°
•
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
•
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into
a trailer or truck.
I!.
SLOPE
OPERATION
Slopes
are a major
factor
related
to loss-of-control
and
tipover
accidents,
which
can
result
in severe
injury
or
death_ Afl slopes require
extra caution.
If you cannot back
up the slope or if you feel uneasy
on it, do not mow it
DO:
o
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
°
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
°
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps_
Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine.
Tall grass can hide obstacles
°
Use slow speed, Choose a low gear so that you wiltnot have
to stop or shift while on the slope.
•
Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations
for wheel
weights or counterweights
to improve stability.
,,
Use extra care with grass catchers
or other attachments.
These can change the stability of lhe machine.
•
Keep all movement on the slopes slowand
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:
•
Do not tum on slopes unless necessary, and then, turnslowly
and gradually downhill, if possible°
•
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments_ The
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge
of a ctiff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
•
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding,
•
Do not tryto stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the
ground.
•
Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidents
can occur if the operator
is not alert to the
presence
of children.
Chitdren
are often attracted
to the
machine
and the
mowing
activity
Never
assume
that
children
will remain
where you last saw them.
•
Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful
care of another responsible adulL
•
Be alert and turn machine off if chiEdren enter the area
•
Before and when backing, took behind and down for small
children.
•
Never carry children.
They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
.
Never allow children to operate the machlneo
°
Use extra care when approaching
blind corners,
shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision
IV. SERVICE
•
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are
flammable and vapors are explosive°
Use only an approved container
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
Allow engine to cool before refueling,
Do not
smoke,
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, such as a water heater
•
Never run a machine inside a closed area.
•
Keep nuts and boits, especially blade attachment bolts, tight
and keep equipment
in good condition.
•
Never tamper with safety devices_
Check their proper
operation regularly.
•
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean oi! or fuel spiilage
Allow machine
to cool before
storing
•
Stop and inspect the equipment
if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting,
•
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running
•
Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and
deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or aIIow
objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components
and
reptace with manufacturer's recommended
parts, when nec-
essary.
•
Mower blades are sharp and can cut, Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
•
Check brake operation
frequently.
Adjust and service as
required.
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!
Look forthis symbol to point out important
safety
precautions_
It
means
CAUTIONtf!
BECOME
ALERTIH
YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
......
CAUTION:
Always disconnect
spark plug
wire and place wire where it cannot contact
spark plug in order to prevent accidental
starting
when
setting
up, transporting,
adjusting
or making repairs.
A WARNING A
The engine exhaust from this product
contains
chemicals
known
to the State of California
to
cause cancer,
birth defects,
or other reproduc-
tive harm.
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