3
MATAWAY
SAFETY
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY
In general
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Maintain machine according to manufacturer's
schedule and instructions for maximum safety
and best results.
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Park machine on level ground.
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Never allow untrained personnel to service ma-
chine.
- Guards should only be removed by a qualified
technician for maintenance or service. EReplace
guards when work is complete.
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Adjust or repair only after the engine has been
stopped and the blades have quit rotating.
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Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty.
For best results, always replace with parts
recommended by the manufacturer.
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Disconnect spark plug wire(s) before making any
repairs.
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Do not dismantle the machine without releasing
or restraining forces which may cause parts to
move suddenly.
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Provide adequate support, e.g. jackstands for
lifted machine or parts if working beneath.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
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Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.
- Replace faulty mufflers.
- To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muf
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fler, and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves,
debris buildup or grease.
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Stop the engine and allow to cool before storing
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Drain the fuel tank outdoors only.
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Store fuel in an approved container in a cool, dry
place
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Keep the machine and fuel containers in a locked
storage place to prevent tampering and to keep
children from playing with them.
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Do not store the machine or fuel container near
heating appliances with an open flame such as a
water heater or other appliance with a pilot light.
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Keep gasoline storage area free of grass, leaves
and excessive grease to reduce fire hazard.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufflers and engine to help prevent fires.
Blades
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Only replace blades. Never
straighten or weld them.
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Keep other persons away
from blades.
Fuel
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Petrol (gasoline) and diesel
fuels are flammable; petrol
(gasoline) vapors are
explosive. Use extra care
when handling.
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Store only in containers
specifically designed for fuel.
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When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overfill;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors
have cleared.
- Replace caps on fuel containers and tanks
securely.
Sparks from static electricity can start fires or cause
explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static electric-
ity. To prevent static electricity sparks:
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Keep fuel containers electrically grounded. Do
not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on
the ground away from the vehicle.
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When practical, remove petrol (gas) powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on
the ground. If equipment must be refueled on the
truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container
rather than a dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device.
WARNING
WARNING
Summary of Contents for RYAN MATAWAY 744283C
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