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• Remove key when machine is
unattended to prevent unauthorized
operation.
4. SERVICE
• Use extreme care in handling
gasoline and other fuels. They are
extremely flammable and the vapors
are explosive.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove fuel cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool at least two minutes
before refueling.
• Replace fuel cap securely and wipe
off any spilled fuel before starting
the engine as it may cause a fire or
explosion.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars,
pipes and other sources of ignition.
• Never refuel the machine indoors
because fuel vapors will accumulate
in the area.
• Never store the fuel container or
machine inside where there is an
open flame or spark, such as a gas
hot water heater, space heater or
furnace.
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the
machine free of grass, leaves or
other debris build-up. Clean up oil or
fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool
at least 5 minutes before storing.
• Before cleaning, repairing or
inspecting, make certain the blade
and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
keep the wire away from the spark
plug to prevent accidental starting.
• Check the blade and engine
mounting bolts at frequent intervals
for proper tightness. Also, visually
inspect blade for damage (e.g.,
excessive wear, bent, cracked).
Replace with blade which meets
original equipment specifications.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight
to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation
regularly. Use all guards as
instructed in this manual.
• After striking a foreign object, stop
the engine, remove the wire from
the spark plug and thoroughly
inspect the mower for any damage.
Repair the damage before restarting
and operating the mower.
• Grass catcher components are
subject to wear, damage and
deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. For your safety protection,
frequently check components and
replace with manufacturer’s
recommended parts when
necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can
cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear
gloves and use extra caution when
servicing blade(s).
• Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
• Muffler, engine and belt guards
become hot during operation and
can cause a burn. Allow to cool
down before touching.
• Do not change the engine governor
settings or overspeed the engine.
Excessive engine speeds are
dangerous.
• Observe proper disposal laws and
regulations. Improper disposal
offluids and materials can harm the
environment and the ecology.
• Prior to disposal, determine the
proper method to dispose of waste
from your local Environmental
Protection Agency. Recycling
centers are established to properly
dispose of materials in an
environmentally safe fashion.
