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SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGWIRE ANDPLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK
PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING
REPA,RS.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS
REQUIRE
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
CONTROLSTO
MINIMIZETHE
RISK OFINJURY.
YOUR UNITIS
EQUIPPED
WITH
SUCH CONTROLS,
DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION
OF THE OPERATOR
PRESENCE
CONTROLS
UNDER ANY CIRCUM-
STANCES,
TRAINING:
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Read this operator's manual carefully. Become familiar with
the controls and know how to operate your mower properly
Learn how to quickly stop mower.
Do not allow children to use your mower
Never allow adults
to use mower without proper instructions
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially
small children and pets
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Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as de-
scribed in this manual.
Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in
arty manner
Always have damage repaired before using
your mower
Do not use accessory
attachments
that are not recom-
mended by the manufacturer_ Use of such attachments may
be hazardous
Be aware that the mower blade turns when the engine is
running.
PREPARATION:
Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear it
of all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects
These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause
severe injury
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and
while using your mower
Dress properly
Do not operate mower when barefoot or
wearing open sandals
Wear only solid shoes with good
traction when mowing
Check fuel tank before starting engine.
Do not fill gas tank
indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot
Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the
gas tank
Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine.
Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your
mower
Never attempt to do this while the engine is running
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light
OPERATION:
Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being
cut Do not let other interests distract you_
Do not mow wet or slippery grass
Never run while operating
your mower. Always be sure of your footing - keep a firm hold
on the handles and walk
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts_ Keep
clear of the discharge opening at al! times
Always stop the engine whenever you leave or are not using
your mower, or before crossing driveways, walks, roads, and
arty gravel-covered
areas.
Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it
Before cleaning, irrspecting, or repairing your mower, stop
the engine and make absolutely
sure the blade and all
moving parts have stopped_ Then disconnect the spark plug
wire and keep it away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting
Do not continue to run your mower if you hit a foreign object
Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any dam-
age before restarting and operating you mower.
Do not change the governor
settings
or overspeed
the
engine
Engine damage or personal injury may result
Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally.
Exces-
sive vibration is an indication of damage;
stop the engine,
safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required
Do not run the engine indoors
Exhaust fumes are danger-
ous
Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. Mow
across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might
lose your footing.
Do not mow excessively
steep slopes
Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or
when changing directions - maintain good footing.
Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,
grass catcher or other safety devices in place.
MAINTENANCE
AND STORAGE:
Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be
sure they are tightened properly
Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi-
tion.
Keep all safety devices in place and working.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves
or excessive grease and oil.
Check grass catcher often for deterioration
and wear and
replace worn bags.
Use only replacement bags that are
recommended
by and comply with specifications
of the
manufacturer
of your mower.
Always keep a sharp blade on your mower.
Allow engine to coot before stodng in any enclosure
Never store mower with fuel in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source
such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc.
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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL 'TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS - ATTENTION!!!
BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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