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Safety Icons
Warning:
Read and understand
the Operator’s Manual before using
this machine. Know the location
and function of all controls. Do not
operate this machine unless you are
trained.
Warning:
Consult technical literature
before performing technical repairs
or maintenance. When leaving the
machine, shutoff engine, set the
parking brake to the lock position and
remove the ignition key.
Danger - Amputation and
dismemberment hazard:
To avoid
injury from rotating blades and
moving parts, keep safety devices
(guards, shields and switches) in
place and working.
Danger - Loss of traction, sliding,
steering and control on slopes
hazard:
If machine stops forward
motion, stop the blades and drive
slowly off the slope.
Danger - Amputation hazard:
Do
not mow when children or others are
around. Never carry riders especially,
children even with the blades off. Do
not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Look down and behind –
before and while backing.
Danger - Tipping and slipping
hazard:
Operating on slopes can
be hazardous and cause a loss
of control and roll-overs. Do not
operate on slopes over 15* degrees.
Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed
changes. Reduce speed and use
extreme caution on slopes. Avoid
turning down slopes; if possible,
turn up slopes. Do not operate
down slopes towards or near water,
retaining walls, or drop-offs. Give
yourself a minimum of two mower
widths of clearance around these
hazards.
Danger - Thrown objects
hazard:
Keep bystanders and
children a safe distance away.
Remove objects that can be thrown
by the blade. Do not mow without
discharge chute in place.
Danger - Thrown Objects
Hazard:
Do not mow without
discharge chute or entire grass
catcher in place.
Danger - Amputation and Thrown
Objects Hazard:
To avoid injury
from rotating blades, stay clear of
deck edge and keep others away.
Danger: Fire Hazard:
Keep unit
free of grass, leaves and excess
oil. Do not add fuel while engine is
hot or running. Stop engine, remove
key and allow to cool for at least
3 minutes prior to adding fuel. Do
not add fuel indoors, in an enclosed
trailer, garage or other enclosed
areas. Clean up spilled fuel. Do not
smoke while operating this machine.
*This limit was determined per International Standard ISO 5395-3:2013,
Section 4.6 and is based on the ISO 5395-3 Stability Test procedure
described in Annex A. The 15 degree “limit of stability” is equal to 60%
of the angle at which machine lift-off occurred in static tests. Actual
dynamic stability may vary depending on operating conditions.
Warning: Avoid Serious Injury or
Death from Roll Over -
Keep roll bar
in the raised position and use seat
belt. There is no roll over protection
when roll bar is down. Lower roll bar
only when necessary and NEVER
remove it. Raise the roll bar as soon
as clearance permits.
Warning: Avoid Serious Injury or
Death from Roll Over -
Keep roll bar
in the raised position and use seat
belt. Do NOT use seat belt when the
roll bar is down.
Warning: Avoid Serious Injury or
Death from Roll Over -
Do NOT
jump off if the mower tips. Read and
follow all operating instructions and
warnings in the operator’s manual.
Warning: Low Overhanging
Obstacles Hazard -
Check for
overhead clearances before driving
under any objects. Stay clear. Do
NOT allow roll bar to contact low
overhanging obstacles, such as tree
branches and guide wires. Read and
follow all operating instructions and
warnings in the operator’s manual.
Warning: Escaping Steam Can
Cause Burns -
Never remove the
radiator cap or radiator reservoir cap
while the engine is hot or running.
Severe thermal burns or injury can
occur by escaping steam or hot
coolant.
Danger: Dismemberment -
This
machine can crush and cut. Keep
hands away from belts and pulleys.
Warning: Fire Hazard:
Keep
children, open flames and sparks
away from the battery, which could
ignite explosive gases.
Warning: Sulfuric acid can cause
blindness or severe burns:
Always
wear safety goggles or a face shield
when working on or near a battery.
Warning: Batteries produce
explosive gases:
Read and
understand the Operator’s Manual
before using this machine.
