Not for
Reproduction
6
Check for overhead clearances before driving under any
objects. Do not allow the roll bar to contact low overhanging
obstacles such as tree branches and guide wires.
Fuel and Maintenance
Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove
the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing.
Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable. Do not
smoke while operating or refueling. Do not add fuel while
engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool for at least 3
minutes prior to adding fuel.
Do not add fuel indoors, in an enclosed trailer, garage, or any
other enclosed area that is not well ventilated. Gasoline spills
should be cleaned up promptly and before operation begins.
Gasoline should be stored only in sealed containers approved
for fuel.
Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance
of your unit. Keep the unit free of grass, leaves, and excess
oil. Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in
this manual, especially periodically testing the safety system.
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
2
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 15 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 and
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. Read and obey the user
instructions supplied with the angle finder tool.
3. Put the two (2) feet long straight edge along the steepest
part of the lawn slope. Put 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.
Safety Rules and Information
