GB - 7
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Use extra care when handling
gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.
a. Use only an approved container.
b. Never remove gas cap or add
fuel when engine is running. Do
not smoke.
c. Never refuel or drain the
machine indoors.
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Check that the operator’s presence
controls, safety switches and shields
are attached and functioning properly.
Do not operate unless they are
functioning properly.
Operating Safely
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Never run an engine in an enclosed
area where dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes can collect.
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Only operate in good light, keeping
away from holes and hidden hazards.
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Be sure all drives are in neutral and
parking brake is engaged before
starting engine. Only start engine from
the operator’s position.
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Be sure of your footing while using
pedestrian-controlled equipment,
especially when backing up. Walk,
don’t run. Never operate on wet grass.
Reduced footing could cause slipping.
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Slow down and use extra care on
hillsides. Be sure to travel in the
recommended direction on hillsides.
For this machine, drive across
hillsides, not up and down. Turf
conditions can affect the machine’s
stability. Use caution while operating
near drop-offs.
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Slow down and use caution when
making turns and when changing
directions on slopes.
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Never raise deck with the blades
running.
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Never operate with guards not
securely in place. Be sure all
interlocks are attached, adjusted
properly, and functioning properly.
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Never operate with the discharge
deflector raised, removed or altered,
unless using a grasscatcher. Do not
operate mower without discharge
chute or entire grasscatcher in place.
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Do not change the engine governor
setting or overspeed the engine.
Operating the engine at excessive
speed can increase the hazard of
personal injury.
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Stop on level ground, lower
implements, disengage drives, engage
parking brake, and shut off engine
before leaving the operator’s position
for any reason including emptying the
grasscatchers or unclogging the
chute.
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Stop equipment and inspect blades
after striking objects or if an abnormal
vibration occurs. Make necessary
repairs before resuming operations.
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Keep hands and feet away from the
cutting units.
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Look behind and down before backing
up to be sure of a clear path.
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Never carry passengers and keep pets
and bystanders away.
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Slow down and use caution when
making turns and crossing roads and
sidewalks. Stop blades if not mowing.
Watch for traffic when operating near
or crossing roadways.
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Be aware of the mower discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone.
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Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
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Use care when loading or unloading
the machine into or off of a trailer or
truck.
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Use care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
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Inspect machine before you operate.
Be sure hardware is tight. Repair or
replace damaged, badly worn, or
missing parts. Be sure guards and
shields are in good condition and
fastened in place. Make any
necessary adjustments before you
operate.
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Before using, always visually inspect
to see that the blades, blade bolts and
the mower assembly are not worn and
damaged. Replace worn and
damaged blades and bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
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Keep safety labels visible when
installing accessories and
attachments.
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Do not wear radio or music
headphones. Safe service and
operation require your full attention.
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When machine is left unattended,
stored, or parked, lower the mower
deck unless a positive mechanical lock
is used.
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Be sure all drives are in neutral and
parking brake is locked before starting
engine. Stand as far away from the
discharge chute as possible with feet
well away from the underside of the
deck to start machine.
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Do not hang or secure any item to the
control console. The operator’s station
should always remain unobstructed.
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Do not pull mower backwards while
the blades are rotating. Use the
reverse gear to move the machine in
reverse.
