Not for
Reproduction
Enclosed Areas
Only operate this unit outdoors and away from unventilated
areas such as inside garages or enclosed trailers. The engine
emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas and prolonged exposure
in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or death.
Slope Identification Guide
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How to measure the slope of a lawn surface with a
smartphone or an angle finder tool:
WARNING
Do not operate on slopes greater than 17 degrees.
1.
Use a straight edge at least two (2) feet long (A, Figure 2).
A 2x4 or a straight piece of metal works well.
2.
Angle finder tools.
a.
Use your smartphone: Many smartphones (B, Figure
2) have an inclinometer (angle finder) located under
the compass application (app). Or, search an app store
for an Inclinometer app.
b.
Use angle finder tools: Angle finder tools (C & D,
Figure 2) are available at local hardware stores or online
(also called inclinometer, protractor, angle meter, or
angle gauge). Dial type (C) or digital type (D) work,
others may not. Follow user instructions with the angle
finder tool.
3.
Place the two (2) feet long straight edge along the steepest
part of the lawn slope. Place the board up and down the
slope.
4.
Lay the smartphone or angle finder tool on the straight edge
and read the angle in degrees. This is the slope of your
lawn.
Note: A paper gauge slope identification guide is included in
your product literature packet and is also available to download
from the manufacturer's website (ferrismowers.com).
Safety Rules and Information
Training
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual
and on the unit before starting. If the operator(s) or
mechanic(s) can not read English it is the owner’s
responsibility to explain this material to them.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The owner
is responsible for training the users.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the unit.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents
or injuries occurring to themselves, other people or property.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are
involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to
operate the riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
Preparation
• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and
attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the
job. Use only accessories and attachments approved by
the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including safety shoes, safety
glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing or
jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
• 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.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running.
Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.
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