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DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal
words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause
serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.
WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
Two other words are also used to highlight
information. “Important” calls attention to special
mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
The left and right side of the machine is determined
by standing behind the handle in the normal
operator’s position.
This machine meets or exceeds CPSC blade safety
requirements for walk-behind rotary mowers and
the B71.4–1990 specifications of the American
National Standards Institute, in effect at time of
production. However, improper use or
maintenance by the operator or owner can result
in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always
pay attention to the safety alert
symbol which
means CAUTION, WARNING or
DANGER—“personal safety instruction.” Failure
to comply with the instruction may result in
personal injury.
Safe Operating Practices
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
This mower is designed for cutting and recycling
grass or, when equipped with a grass bag, for
catching cut grass. Any use for purposes other than
these could prove dangerous to user or bystanders.
Note:
This engine is NOT equipped with a
spark arrester muffler. Use or operation
of this mower in the State of California
on any forest-covered, brush-covered
or unimproved grass-covered land,
without an approved spark arrester
muffler, is a violation of the law. Other
states may have similar laws.
General Operation
1.
Read this manual carefully before operating the
mower. Become familiar with the controls and
proper use of the mower. Never allow children
under 16 years of age to operate the mower.
Never allow adults to operate mower without
proper instructions.
2.
The operator of the mower is responsible for
keeping everyone, especially children and pets,
away from area of operation. The operator is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
3.
Thoroughly inspect area where mower will be
used and remove sticks, stones, wire, and debris
that could be picked up and thrown by mower.
Watch for foreign objects while mowing.
4.
Wear long pants and substantial shoes. Do not
operate mower while wearing open-toed shoes,
jewelry, loose clothing or when barefoot.
5.
Check fuel level before starting engine. Because
fuel is highly flammable, handle it carefully.
A.
Use an approved fuel container.
B.
Fill fuel tank outdoors, not indoors.
NEVER ADD FUEL TO AN ENGINE
THAT IS RUNNING OR HOT.
C.
Install gas cap on fuel container and gas
tank, and wipe up any spilled gasoline
before starting engine.
