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Keep hands, feet and clothing away from mower deck
when engine is running.
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Be alert at all times, drive forward carefully. People,
especially children can move quickly into the mowing
area before you know it.
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Before backing up, stop mower blades or attachments
and look down and behind the machine carefully,
especially for children.
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Do not mow in reverse.
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Shut off blades when you are not mowing.
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Park machine safely before leaving the operator’s
station for any reason including emptying the catchers
or unplugging the chute.
Rotating Blades are Dangerous -
Protect Children and Prevent
Accidents
Protect Children:
•Tragic accidents can occur if the
operator is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to lawn-mowing machines
and mowing activity. Stay alert to the presence of
children. Never assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
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Keep children indoors, out of the mowing area, and in
the watchful eye of a responsible adult, other than the
operator, when a mower is being operated.
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Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the work
area. They don’t understand the dangers of rotating
blades or the fact that the operator is unaware of their
presence.
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Never allow a child or an untrained person to operate
the machine.
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Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your
view of a child.
Checking Wheel Hardware
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A serious accident could occur causing serious injury if
wheel hardware is not tight.
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Check wheel hardware tightness often during the first
100 hours of operation.
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Wheel hardware must be tightened to specified torque
using the proper procedure anytime it is loosened.
Wear Appropriate Clothing
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Always wear safety goggles, or safety glasses with
side shields, and a hard hat when operating the
machine.
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Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate for the job.
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While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
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Wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.
Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.
Maintenance and Storage
•Never operate machine in a closed
area where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
•Disengage drives, lower implement,
lock parking brake, stop engine and
remove key or disconnect spark plug (for
gas engines). Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufflers, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil
or fuel spillage.
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Let engine cool before storing and do not store near
flame.
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Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store
fuel near flames or drain indoors.
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Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained
personnel to service machine. Understand service
procedure before doing work.
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Use jack stands or lock service latches to support
components when required. Securely support any
machine elements that must be raised for service
work.
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Before servicing machine or attachment, carefully
release pressure from any components with stored
energy, such as hydraulic components or springs.
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Release hydraulic pressure by lowering attachment or
cutting units to the ground or to a mechanical stop and
move hydraulic control levers back and forth.
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Disconnect battery or remove spark plug (for gas
engines) before making any repairs. Disconnect the
negative terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect
positive first and negative last.
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Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blades or
wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them.
Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.
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Keep hands, feet, clothing, jewelry and long hair away
from moving parts. If possible, do not make
adjustments with the engine running.
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Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away
from spark and flames. Unplug charger before
connecting or disconnecting from battery. Wear
protective clothing and use insulated tools.
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