Safety Information
Operational Safety Rules
2-5
8/18/20
Safety Information
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Do not permit any person other than the operator to ride or board the
drive unit or mower at any time.
Do not allow anyone near the mower while operating.
Do not allow anyone near or in the path of discharge.
Do not discharge in the direction of bystanders, vehicles, or buildings.
Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or down a hill.
Avoid operating on steep (15 degrees or higher) slopes.
Disengage the blades, stop the engine, set the parking brake, and
remove the key before dismounting the drive unit or making any
adjustments to the mower.
Stop the mower immediately upon striking any obstruction. Disengage
the blades, turn off the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key,
and inspect the mower for any damage. Repair any damage before
resuming operation of the mower.
Do not adjust the mower deck height or lift the deck into transport posi-
tion while the blades are engaged.
Do not engage the blades with the mower decks raised into transport
position.
Do not place your hands or feet under the deck while the engine is run-
ning.
Take all possible precautions when leaving the mower unattended:
disengage the blades,
turn off the engine,
set the parking brake, and
remove the key.
Activate headlights and/or hazard lights whenever crossing or access-
ing any roadways, driveways, or parking lots.
Watch for oncoming traffic.