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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not operate mower on steep slopes. Riding lawn
mowers can tip over when used on an excessive
slope. To check a slope, attempt to back up with
cutter deck down. If wheels slip when backing up
slope, stay off the slope. If you are in doubt about
hillside operation, stay off the slope.
Always back up when loading a machine on ramps
or tilt bed trailers.
1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ
THIS OPERATORS MANUAL and instructions
furnished with attachments. A replacement
Operator's Manual is available from your Scag
Servicing Dealer. To order, contact your dealer with
the complete model number and serial number of your
Scag product.
2. Do not allow children to operate this machine. Do
not allow adults to operate this machine without
proper instruction.
3. Do not carry passengers. Never mow toward or near
anyone.
4. Clear the area of objects such as wires, sticks, and
rocks that can be picked up and thrown by the
mower blades.
5. Disengage all attachment clutches and engage parking
brake before attempting to start the engine.
6. Disengage all attachment clutches and engage the
parking brake before leaving the operators position.
Your mower was built to the highest standards in the industry. However, your mower is only as
safe as you, the operator, make it. Carelessness or error on the part of the operator may result in
serious bodily injury. Hazard control and accident prevention depend upon the awareness, con-
cern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, and
storage of this equipment. Make sure every operator is properly trained and thoroughly familiar
with all of the controls and safety instructions before operating the equipment.
7. Disengage the power to attachments, stop the
engine, and remove the key before making any
repairs or adjustments.
8. Disengage the power to attachments when
transporting the machine or when attachments are
not being used.
9. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
machine unattended including disengaging the
power to attachments, lowering the attachments,
setting the parking brake, and removing the key.
10. Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or
down a hill. Mow up and down the face of slopes;
never mow across slopes.
11. Reduce speed and be very careful when operating on
slopes or making sharp turns to prevent tipping or
loss of control. Be especially cautious when
changing direction on slopes. If necessary to turn
on a hill, always turn downhill.
12. Watch for holes, rocks, roots in the terrain, and
other hidden hazards. Keep away from dropoffs.
13. Watch for traffic when crossing roadways or
operating near roadways.
14. When using any attachments, never directly
discharge materials towards bystanders or allow
anyone near mower while it is operating.
15. Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.
a. Use an approved gasoline container only.
b. Never remove the fuel cap while the engine is
running or hot. Allow the engine to cool for
several minutes before removing the cap and
adding gasoline. Never fill the fuel tank
indoors. Always clean up spilled gasoline.
c. Do not run the engine indoors.
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