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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
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Read, understand,and followall instructions i n the manual
and on the machinebeforestarting.
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Only allow responsibleadults, who am familiar with the
instructions, to operatethe machine.
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Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
whichcouldbe pickedup and thrownby the blade.
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Besurethe areaisclearofotherpeoplebeforemowing.Stop
machineif anyoneentersthe area.
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Never carry passengers.
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Donot mowinreverseunlessabsolutely necessary.Always
lookdownand behindbeforeand whilebacldng.
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Be awareof the mowerdischargedirection and do not point
it at anyone. Do not operatethe mowerwithouteither the
entiregrass catcher orthe guardin place.
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Slowdown before turning.
Never leavea running machineunattended. Alwaysturnoff
blades, set parkingbrake, stop engine,and remove keys
beforedismounting.
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Turn off bladeswhen not mowing.
Stop engine before removinggrasscatcher or unclogging
chute.
Mow onlyin daylightor goodartificiallight.
Do not operate the machinewhile under the influenceof
alcoholor drugs.
Watchfor trafficwhen operating near or crossingroadways.
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Use extra care when loadingor unloading the machineinto
a traileror truck.
il.
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 feet
uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO:
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Mow up and down slopes, not across.
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Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could
ovedum the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Use slow speed. Choose a law gear so that you will not have
to stop or shift while on the slope.
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Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
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Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.
These can change the stability of the machine.
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Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not
make sudden changes in speed or direction.
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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
DO NOT:
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Donottumonslopasunlessnecassary,
andthen, tumslowly
and gradually downhill, if possible.
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Do not mow 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.
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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.
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Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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. Neverassume 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.
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Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
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Before and when backing, look behind and down for small
children.
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Never carry children. They may fall off and be sedously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
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Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
tress, or other objects that may obscure vision.
IV, SERVICE
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Use extra cam in handling gasoline and other fuels. Theyare
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.
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Never run a machine inside a closed area.
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Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight
and keep equipment in good condition.
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Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper
operation regularly.
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Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean oil or fuel spillage.
Allow machine to cool before
stodng.
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Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
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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 manufacturer's recommended pads, 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 for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety
precautions.
It means
CAUTION!H
BECOME ALERTH! 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.
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