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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4.
ARE YOU READY TO MOW?
CHECK YOUR LAWN
Objects
People and Pets
Lawn
For your safety and for the safety of others, always inspect the area
before mowing.
Anything which can be picked up by the blade and thrown is a
potential hazard to you and others. Look for things like stones, sticks,
bones, and wire. Remove them from the mowing area.
People and animals near the mowing area can move into your path or
into a position where they could be struck by thrown objects. Clear the
area of people and pets, especially children. Their safety is your
responsibility.
Check the length and condition of the grass, so you will know what
cutting height and mowing speed to use.
Avoid mowing wet grass. Not only will wet grass clog your cutter
housing and collect in clumps on the lawn, it also gives poor traction,
increasing your risk of losing your footing.
Be sure to wear protective clothing. Long pants and eye protection can
lower your risk of injury from thrown objects. Wear footwear that
protects your feet and won’t let you slip if you mow on slopes or
uneven ground.
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