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SAFETY RULES
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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
or children even with the blades
off.
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Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
•
Nevercarry children.They may fall off and be seriously injured
or interfere with safe machine operation.
•
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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Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), 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. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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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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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
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If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift
into reverse and back down slowly.
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Do notturn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible.
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WARNING:
In order to prevent acci-
dental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always
disconnect
spark
plug wire
and place wire where it cannot contact
spark plug.
WARNING:
Do not coast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
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WARNING:
Tow only the attachments
that are recommended
by and comply
with specifications of the manufacturer
of your tractor. Use common
sense
when towing. Operate only at the low-
est possible speed when on a slope.
Too heavy of a load, while on a slope,
is dangerous.
Tires can lose traction
with the ground and cause you to lose
control of your tractor.
A WARNING
A
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and cer-
tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of Califo rn ia to cause cance rand
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
A WARNING
A
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands
after handling.
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