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P0803466-00 v.2.0
SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
W A R N I N G
This symbol indicates important safety instructions. If these instructions are not followed, it could endanger
the personal safety and/or property of the operator and others. Read and understand all instructions in this
manual before attempting to operate the mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in
personal injury.
D A N G E R
This mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation that are contained in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result
in serious injury. This mower is capable of amputating body parts and throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety rules could result in serious injury or death.
W A R N I N G
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using lawnmowers in order to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
W A R N I N G
Use of this mower should be restricted to individuals who have read and understand and will follow the
warnings and instructions that are printed in this manual and on the mower.
W A R N I N G
– Carefully read all instructions on the mower and in the manual before attempting to assemble
and operate the mower.
– For safe operation, read, understand, and follow all instructions in this manual.
– Become familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the mower and
how to disengage the power in an emergency.
– Keep this manual in a safe place for reference and consult it regularly.
OPERATOR
• Only allow responsible, capable adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate this machine.
• Safe operation requires your full attention and capabilities.
• Always look where you are going and be aware of your surroundings.
• Listen to the machine and be aware of any change.
• Feel the machine and its responses from both your inputs and the environment.
• Remain focused on your task.
• Always wear proper eye protection that complies with the latest safety standards ANSI Z87.1 in
orderto reduce the risk of eye injury while operating or performing any adjustment or repair.
• Always wear a face mask or a dust mask while operating the mower in a dusty environment.
• Always dress properly. The wearing of protective gloves and safety footwear is recommended.
• Do not wear radios or music headphones while operating the machinery.
• Do not operate the equipment while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, sneakers, shorts or any type
ofloose-fitting clothing. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
Alwayswear long pants, safety glasses, ear protection and safety shoes while operating this machine.
• Stay alert! Do not operate the mower when you are tired. Do not operate the mower while under
theinfluence of alcohol or drugs. Pay attention to what you are doing. Use common sense.
