Snapper 6-3172, Safety Instructions, Installation & Operator'S Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
All safety instructions and operating instructions in the manuals provided with the Snapper Yard Cruiser and
this Grass Catcher attachment must be followed. Read, understand, and follow ALL instructions and warnings
in the Operator’s Manual provided with the machine, with this attachment, and ALL instructions and warnings
on the machine, engine and attachment. Failure to comply with ALL instructions and warnings can result in
damage, serious injury or death to the operator or other persons.
1) DO NOT allow children or others in the yard
when the machine is operated (even with the
blades off).
2) DO NOT allow children or others to ride on the
machine or attachment (even with the blades
off).
3) DO NOT allow children to operate the machine.
4) DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP
blades. LOOK and SEE behind and down for
children, pets, and hazards before and while
backing.
5) FRONT WEIGHT must be installed before
operating machine with grass catcher.
6) DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding
10 degrees (18% grade) when equipped with
grass catcher.
7) Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on all slopes.
Turn blades off when traveling uphill. Use a
slow speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns.
8) DO NOT operate machine across face of slopes.
Operate up and down. Practice on slopes with
blades off.
9) AVOID uphill starts. If machine stops going up
hill or tires lose traction, turn blades OFF and
back slowly down the slope.
10) GRASS CATCHER COMPONENTS are subject to
deterioration during normal use. Inspect all
components frequently for signs of wear or
deterioration. Replace worn or damaged
components immediately.
11) DO NOT leave machine with engine running.
STOP engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and
REMOVE key before leaving operator’s position
for any reason.
12) DO NOT attempt to remove or unclog the grass
catcher with engine or blades running. Stop
engine and blades and make sure all rotating
components have come to a complete stop
before removing any catcher component or
attempting to unclog catcher or deck.
13) DO NOT operate machine without entire Grass
Catcher or Guards in place.
14) DO NOT operate machine without grass bag in
place and properly latched.