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1. Safety
Rules
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
IMPORTANT: THIS CU'I-I'ING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE
TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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I. Training
Readtheinstructions c arefu!ly. B efamiliar withthecontrols
and the proper useof the equipment.
Neverallowchildrenorpeopleunfamiliar withthe instruc-
tionstousethelawnmower. L ocalregulations mayrestrict
the age of the operator.
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Nevermow whilepeople,especiallychildren,or petsare
nearby.
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Keep in mindthatthe operatoror user is responsible for
accidentsor hazards occurringto otherpeople or their
property.
Do not carry passengers.
Alldriversshouldseek and obtainprofessional and prec-
tical instruction.Such instruction shouldemphasize:
- the need for care and concentration when working
with ride-onmachines;
- controlof a ride-onmachinesliding on a slopewill
not be regainedbythe application of the brake.
The main reasonsfor lossof controlare:
a) insufficient w heel grip;
b) being driventoo fast;
c) inadequatebraking;
d) the type of machineis unsuitablefor itstask;
e) lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions,especially s lopes;
f) incorrecthitchingand load distribution.
II.Preparation
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While mowing, alwayswearsubstantial footwear andlong
trousers. Do not operate the equipmentwhen barefoot
or wearingopen sandals.
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Thoroughlyinspectthe area where the equipmentis to
be usedand removeall objectswhichmay be thrownby
the machine.
WARNING - Petrol is highly flammable.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
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Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refu-
eling.
- Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine
is running or when the engine is hot.
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If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the machine away from the area of spillage
and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol
vapors have dissipated.
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Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
Replace faulty silencers.
Before using, always visually inspect to see Jhat the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged.
Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts
in sets to preserve balance.
On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade
can cause other blades to rotate.
III. Operation
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Do not operate the engine in a confinedspace where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Mow onlyin daylightor in goodartificiallight.
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Beforeattempting tostarttheengine,disengageallblade
attachmentclutchesand shiftintoneutral.
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Do not use on slopesof morethan 5°.
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Rememberthereis nosuchthingas a =safe" s lope.Travel
ongrassslopesrequiresparticufarcare. T oguardagainst
overturning;
do notstopor startsuddenly when goingup ordown-
hill;
engageclutchslowly,alwayskeep machinein gear,
especiallywhen travelingdownhill;
machine speeds shouldbe kept low on slopesand
duringtightturns;
stay alert for humpsand hollowsand otherhidden
hazards;
never mow acrossthe face of the slope, unlessthe
lawnmoweris designedfor this purpose.
Use carewhen pullingloads or using heavy equipment.
- Useonlyapproveddrawbarhitchpoints.
Limitloadsto those you cansafelycontrol.
- Do not turn sharply.Use care when reversing.
- Use counterweight(s)or wheel weightswhen sug-
gested in the instruction handbook.
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Watch out for trafficwhen crossingor near roadways.
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Stop the blades from rotatingbeforecrossingsurfaces
otherthan grass.
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When usingany attachments,never directdischargeof
materialtowardbystandersnor allow anyone near the
machinewhilein operation.
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Never operate the lawnmowerwith defective guards,
shieldsor withoutsafetyprotective devicesin place.
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Donotchangetheenginegovernorsettingsoroverspeed
theengine.Operatingtheengineat excessive speedmay
increasethe hazard of personalinjury.
Beforeleavingthe operator'sposition:
- disengagethe powertake-offand lowerthe attach-
ments;
- changeintoneutraland set the parkingbrake;
- stopthe engine and removethe key.
Disengagedrive to attachments,stop the engine,and
disconnect t he sparkplug wire(s)or removethe ignition
key
- before cleaningblockages or unclogging chute;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn-
mower;
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment;
- if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment
- before refueling;
- before removing the grass catcher;
- before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operator's position.
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