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SAFETY RULES
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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 1N SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
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GENERAL
OPERATION
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Read, understand, .and follow all Instruct_on_-_the manual
and on the mach{he before starting.
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Only allow responsible adu{ts, who are familiar with the
Instructions, to operate the machine_
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Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
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Be sure the areaisclear of otherpeople before mowing Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
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Never carry passengers.
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Do not mow in reverse unlessabsolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing,
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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 turning.,
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Never leave a running machine unattended, Always turn off
blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting.
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"rum off blades when not mowing.
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Stop engine before removing grass catcher or' unclogging
chute.
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Mow only in daylight or good artificiallight.
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Do not operate the machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
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Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine Into
a trailer or truck
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:
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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
overturn the machine.
Taft grass can htde obstacles.
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Use slow speed. Choose a !ow gear so that you wilfnot 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 mactltne.
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Keep all movement on the slopes slowand 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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Do not turn onslopes unlessnecessary and then, turnslowly
and gradual y downhil, if possible.
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Do not mow near' drop-oils, 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..
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Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot or} the
ground.
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Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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CHILDREN
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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 underthe watchful
care of another responsible adulL
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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 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.
IV. SERVICE
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Use extra care in handlinggasoline and other fuels.. They are
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 conditlon_
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Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper
operation regularly
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Keep machine free ofgrass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean 0il or fuel spillage.. Allow machine to cool before
storing_
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Stop and inspect the equipment if you stdke an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
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Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
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Grasscatcher componentsare subject towear, damage, and
deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow
objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and
replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-
essary.
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Mower blades are sharp and can cuL Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
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Check brake operation frequently_ Adjust and service as
required_
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Look for this symbol to point out im"'
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&
portant
safety
p_ecautions.
It means
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CAUTION!!!
BECOMEALERTt!!
YOUR
!
SAFETY
IS INVOLVED.
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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug
wireand place wirewhereit
cannot contact
spark plug In order to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs.
& WARNING A
.....
The engine exhaust
from this product
con-
tains ct_emicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer,
birth defects,
or other
reproductive
harm.
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