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Operator Safety
Moving Parts
This equipment has moving parts that can injure you or someone else.
However, if you stand behind the handle properly and follow all the rules in
this book, the unit is safe to operate.
The mower deck has a spinning mower blade that can amputate hands and
feet. Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running!
To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is equipped with an
operator present safety system. Do NOT attempt to alter or bypass the sys-
tem. See your dealer immediately if the system does not pass all the safety
interlock system tests found in this manual.
Thrown Objects
This unit has a spinning mower blade. This blade can pick up and
throw debris that could seriously injure a bystander. Be sure to clean
up the area to be mowed BEFORE you start mowing.
Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge
guard (deflector) in place.
Also, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running! If
someone does enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they
leave.
Debris Accumulation
Accumulation of grass and debris can result in a fire. Be sure to clean any
accumulation of grass and debris with a brush or compressed air, before
and after operation.
Fuel and Maintenance
Gasoline is extremely flammable. Its vapors are also extremely flam-
mable and can travel to distant ignition sources. Gasoline must only
be used as a fuel, not as a solvent or cleaner. It should never be
stored any place where its vapors can build up or travel to an ignition
source like a pilot light. Fuel belongs in an approved, plastic, sealed
gas can, or in the tractor fuel tank with the cap securely closed.
Spilled fuel needs to be cleaned up immediately.
Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance of your
unit. Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in this
manual, especially periodically testing the safety system.
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