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SAFETY RULES
Operator Training Required
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Read the operator’s manual and other training
material. If the operator or mechanic cannot read
English, it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this
material to them. This publication is available in other
languages.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner of the machine is responsible for training the
users.
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Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people, or property.
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Operate the machine in an open, unobstructed area
under the direction of an experienced operator.
Preparation
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Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and safely
perform the job. Only use accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
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Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses and hearing protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
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Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used
and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire
which can be thrown by the machine.
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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.
Always stand clear of discharge.
DO NOT operate mower unless guards are in
operating position or bagger is attached.
Stay clear of rotating parts.
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