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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 starling.
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Only allow responsible
adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine.
•
Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etco,
which could be ptcked 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.
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Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary
Atways
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.
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Slow down before tuming_
•
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
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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 unloading the machine into
a trailer or truck.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents
can occur' if the operator
is not alert to the
presence
of children,
Children
are often attracted
to the
machine
and the
mowing
activity.
Never
assume
that
children
will remain
where you last saw them.
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Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful
care of another responsible adult.
•
Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area_
•
Before and when backing, look behind and clown for small
children.
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Never carry children.
They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation°
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Never allow children to operate the machine
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Use extra care when approaching
blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
II.
SLOPE
OPERATION
Slopes
are a
major
factor
related to loss-of-control
and
tipover accidents,
which can result in severe
injury
or
death° All
slopes 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.
Ta// grass can hide obstac/es.
•
Use slow speed_ Choose a low gear so that you wUlnot 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 the machine,
•
Keep all movement on the slopes s/owand gradual Do not
make sudden changes in speed or direction
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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope° tf tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowfy straight down the
slope.
DO NOT:
.
Do not turn 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 tum 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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SERVICE
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are exptosi'veo
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. AEiowengine to cool before refueting_ 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 bolts, 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 oil or fuel spillage.
Allow machine to cool before
storing
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an objecL
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 allow
objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components
and
replace with manufacturers
recommended
parts, when nec-
essaryo
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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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.
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A WARNING A
The engine exhaust from this product
contains
chemmais
known to the State of California
to
cause cancer,
birth defects,
or other reproduc-
tive harm.
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