Iseki SBC550X, Operation Manual

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I. FOR SAFE OPERATION
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3. OPERATION OF THE LAWN MOWER
3.1. When the lawn mower is running, stay away from
the discharge opening, the cutting unit(s), and all
moving parts.
3.2. During operation, never allow anyone, espe-
cially children, and animals to be in the vicinity of
the lawn mower. Do not direct the discharge
at anyone.
3.3. When you are working with coworkers, be sure
to alert them by signalling before you take a new
action.
3.4. When operating the lawn mower, you should be
seated in the operator’s seat properly, hold the
steering wheel by both hands, and look in the di-
rection in which the lawn mower advances. Avoid
looking aside or holding the steering wheel by
one hand during operation.
3.5. Always be sure to operate the lawn mower from
the operator’s seat. Never attempt to get on or off
the lawn mower while it is travelling.
3.6. Do not mow on wet grass. The lawn mower may
slide.
3.7. Slow down before turning the lawn mower. Turn-
ing at high speed may cause the lawn mower to
turn over.
3.8. Never attempt to depress the dif-lock pedal while
turning around the lawn mower. Turning with the
dif-lock on may cause the lawn mower to turn over.
3.9. Look down and behind you and ensure a clear
path before you move the lawn mower backward.
3.10. Do not mow while moving backward unless it is
absolutely necessary.
3.11. Never operate the lawn mower in terrain where
there are ditches, holes, or steps easy to col-
lapse. In such a place, the lawn mower could turn
over or fall.
3.12. Before making access to moving parts, stop the
engine, and keep your hands, feet, clothing, ac-
cessories and etc. away so as not to be caught in
the moving parts of the lawn mower.
3.13. Be alert when you approach blind corners and
objects that may obscure your vision. Watch for
holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
3.14. Never rest a foot on the brake pedal. If so,
the brakes wear rapidly, which may lead to seri-
ous accidents.
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