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IMPORTANT:
This cutt ng mach nes
capable of amputating
hands and feet and.
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instruct ons could resutt 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 area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless 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 drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating
near or
crossing
roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unload-
ing the machine into a trailer or truck.
• Data indicates that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved
in a large
percentage
of riding mower-related
injuries.
These operators
should
evaluate their ability to operate
the riding
mower safely enough to protect them-
selves and others from serious injury.
• Keep machine free of grass,
leaves or
other debris build-up which can touch
hot exhaust / engine parts and bum.
Do
not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debris which can cause build-
up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
spillage before operating or storing the
machine.
Allow machine to cool before
storage.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-
control and tipover accidents,
which can re-
suit in severe
injury or death.
All stopes
require extra caution.
If you cannot back up
the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not
mow it.
DO:
• 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.
Taft
grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed.
Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's
recommenda-
tions for wheel weights
or counter-
weights
to improve
stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers
or
other attachments.
These can change
the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement
on the slopes 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:
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill,
if possible.
• Do notmow
near drop-offs,
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.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.
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