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SAFETY RULES
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Safe Operation
Practices
for Ride-On
Mowers
IMPORTANt: TH S CUTTING MACHINECAPABLE OF AMPUTATING
HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING
OBJECTS
FAILURE
TO OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
COULD
RESULT
IN SERIOUS
INJURY
OR DEATH,
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GENERAL
OPERATION
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Read, understand,
and feIiow all instructions in the manual
and on the machine before starting_
•
Oniy al!ow responsible
adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine_
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Clear the area of objects such as
rooks, toys, wire, etc,
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade
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Be sure the area is clear of other people 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 unless absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and whiJe 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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Turn 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 goad artificial light
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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 neat or crossing roadways.
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Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into
a traifer or truck
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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.,
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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..
•
Keep chitdren out of the mowing area and under the watchfut
care of another responsible aduff
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Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area
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Before and when backing, took 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.
•
Use extra care when approaching
blind corners,
sh[ubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision..
IV. SERVICE
•
Useextracareinhandiinggasolineandotherfueis.
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 refue] 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 ofgrass, leaves, or ether debris bu_ld-up
Clean oil or fuel spillage.
Allow machine
to cool before
storing.
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Stop and inspect the equipmenl
if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
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Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running..
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Remove obstacles such as rocks; tree limbs, etc:
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Grass catcher components are subject to w ear, damage, and
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Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could
deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or allow
ovedurn the machine.
Tallgrass
can hide obstacles
objects to be thrown. Frequently check components
and
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replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-
Use slow speed. Choose a low 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..
•
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not
make sudden changes in speed or direction.
•
Avoid starting e[ stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the
slope_
essary.
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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 im-
portant
safety
precautions.
It means
CAUTION!!!
BECOMEALERT!!!
YOUR
SAFETY
IS INVOLVED.
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DO NOT:
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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible
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Do not mow near drop-ells, 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 loot on the
ground_
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Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes_
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.... CAUTION:
Always disconnect spark plug
wire and place wire wh ere 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
&
The
engine
exhaust
from this product
con-
tains chemicals
known
to the State of Califor-
nia to cause
cancer,
birth defects,
or other
reproductive
harm.
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