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1.3.3 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate
equipment when barefoot or when wearing open sandals.
1.3.4 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all
stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects which may damage the
equipment or cause personal injury to the operator or bystanders.

1.4 OPERATION

Although hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent upon the
design and configuration of the equipment, these factors are also dependent upon
the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved
in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment. It is
essential that all Operator Safety Mechanisms be connected and in operating
condition prior to use for mowing. Refer to the Operator's Manual for the mower
for additional hazard control and accident prevention information.
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ This machine produces sound levels in
excess of 85 dBA at the operator's ear
when in operation.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Exposure to sound levels of 85 dBA or
above for extended periods of time can
cause hearing loss.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Wear hearing protection when operating
this machine.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ An uncovered discharge opening will
allow objects to be thrown in operator's or
bystander's direction. Also, contact with
blade could occur.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Thrown objects or blade contact can
cause serious injury or kill you or
bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Never operate mower unless discharge
deflector, or entire grass collection
system, or mulch kit is installed.
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