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* Failure to follow this precaution can cause the machine to overturn or fall, causing
damage to the machine.
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Be sure to turn the engine off when inspecting the mower.
When a malfunction of the reel cutter occurs such as jamming the grass or rocks, be
sure to turn the engine off to inspect and make adjustments.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause you to get caught up in the machine.
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Keep away from children.
Keep away from children and do not operate the machine near them.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause a personal injury.
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Inspect and perform maintenance immediately if unusual vibration
occurs.
If unusual vibration occurs, stop the engine immediately, then inspect the cause and
repair it if necessary.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause an accident or injury, or the machine to
malfunction.
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Keep bystanders away from grass discharge area.
Grass, dust, sand and rocks will fly out. In addition, be sure to install the reel cover.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause a personal injury.
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Do not look aside. Do not operate or travel with no hands.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause a personal injury or material damage.
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When leaving the machine, stop it at level place and stop the
engine.
Stop the machine at flat and stable place, then turn the engine off, set the parking
brake, chock the wheel, lower the mower unit, and remove key from ignition switch.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause the machine to move spontaneously and
cause an accident.
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Do not carry passengers.
The riding capacity of this machine is one person. Do not carry passengers.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause an unexpected accident.
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Precautions for operating on slopes
When operating on a slope, the ground will not be even and there may be bumps and
rocks, which can cause the machine to incline suddenly.
Therefore, never operate the machine on a slope of 15 degrees or more, or in areas in
which there is danger of it overturning or slipping.
* Remove holes, rocks, or tree roots (and other illegally thrown objects) and check that
these items do not exist before operating the machine on a slope.
* When operating the machine on a slope, work along the contour line and make turns
where the grade of the slope is low.
running board. Use non-skid running board bearing sufficient strength, length, and width.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause the machine to have an accident by slipping
or overturning.
Caution
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Set the parking brake while warming the engine up.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause the machine to move spontaneously and
cause an accident.
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When operating at high speeds do not operate the brake pedal
suddenly.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause the machine to overturn or fall.
1-6 When operating the machine
Warning
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Do not substitute weight for people or cargo.
Do not load people or cargo as a substitute for weight.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause an injury.
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Wear protective gear.
Be sure to wear safety glasses, a helmet, and slip resistant shoes.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause an injury.
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Do not go or place your feet under the operating machine.
Do not go or place your feet under the operating machine.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause a personal injury when the operating
machine is lowered.
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Before operating, remove obstacles in the field such as rocks, etc.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause an accident or injury, or the machine to
malfunction.
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Do not start, stop, or turn suddenly, or operate at excessive
speeds.
Start and stop slowly. When turning, sufficiently reduce your speed.
* Failure to follow this precaution can cause the machine to overturn or fall, causing
damage to the machine.
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Operate or work on a slope with extreme care.
The balance of the machine worsens on slopes and bumps. Be sure to decrease your
speed sufficiently and operate and work slowly.
