Preparation
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6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects
such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that
could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with
mowing.
7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immed-
iately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP
machine if anyone enters the area.
8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls
and other safety devices frequently for proper opera-
tion and location.
9. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible.
Replace if damaged.
10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glass-
es, long pants and substantial footwear.
11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in
preparation for emergencies.
12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
13. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs
of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to
prevent injury from thrown objects going through
weak or worn spots.
Safe Handling of Gasoline
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
2. Use only an approved fuel container.
3. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
4. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.
5. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such
as on a water heater or other appliances.
6. DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
the containers on the ground away from the vehicle
before
filling.
7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not pos-
sible, then refuel equipment using a portable con-
tainer, rather than a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed
vehicles or trailers.
9. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. DO NOT use a nozzle lock-open device
10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-
ately.
11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tigh-
ten
securely.
OPERATION
1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keep
clear of discharge opening at all times.
2. Start engine from operator’s seat, if possible. Make
sure blades are OFF and parking brake is set.
3. DO NOT leave machine with engine running. STOP
engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and Remove key
before leaving operators position of any reason.
4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated
with feet on feet rests or pedal(s).
5. STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure blades
have stopped before removing grass catcher or
unclogging mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.
6. Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass.
Set blades in highest position when mowing over
rough
ground.
7. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades
underneath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground
while BLADES are ON or machine is in motion.
8. DO NOT operate machine without entire grass
catcher or guards in place and working. DO NOT
point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or
doors.
9. Slow down before turning.
10. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
11. STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruc-
tion. Inspect machine and repair damage before
resuming
operation.
12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good artifi-
cial
light.
13. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to maintain con-
trol during speed and directional changes.
14. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit loads
to those you can safely control and attach loads to
hitch plate as specified with attachment instructions.
15. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may
cause loss of traction and loss of control. When tow-
ing, travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
16. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly
poison.
17. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or obstruc-
tion. Material may ricochet back towards the operator.
18. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.
See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation
and installation of accessories.
Emissions
1. Engine exhaust from this product contains chemi-
cals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
2. Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and
Air Index information on the engine emissions label.
Ignition System
1. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
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Not
for
Reproduction