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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can
cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury
or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must
allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine
must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment. If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to
your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Phone:
(1-800-935-2967).
PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
1.
KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
2.
DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is
operated and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the
area.
3.
DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate
machine.
4.
ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with
mature judgment under close adult supervision to
operate machine.
5.
DO NOT pull mower backwards unless absolutely
necessary. LOOK and SEE behind and down for
children, pets and hazards before and while back-
ing.
6.
USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
SLOPE OPERATION
1.
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents, which can result in severe injury. All
slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a
slope, DO NOT mow it.
2.
Mow across slopes, never up-and-down. Exercise
extreme CAUTION when changing directions on
slopes. DO NOT mow steep slopes or other areas
where stability or traction is in doubt.
3.
Use extra care with gcrass catchers or other attach-
ments; these affect the handling and the stability of
the machine.
PREPARATION
1.
Read, understand, and follow instructions and warn-
ings in this manual and on the mower, engine and
attachments. Know the controls and the proper use
of the mower before starting.
2.
Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the
machine and only after proper instruction.
PREPARATION
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3.
Data indicates that operators age 60 and above, are
involved in a large percentage of mower-related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their abil-
ity to operate the mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
4.
Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and
vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel
container. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with
engine running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine
stopped and cool. Clean spilled fuel and oil from
machine. DO NOT smoke.
5.
Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects
such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects
that could cause injury if thrown by blade or inter-
fere with mowing. Also note the location of holes,
stumps, and other possible hazards.
6.
Keep people and pets out of the mowing area.
Immediately, STOP Blade, Stop engine and Stop
mower if anyone enters the area.
7.
Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls
and other safety devices frequently for proper oper-
ation and location.
8.
Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible.
Replace if damaged.
9.
Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety
glasses, long pants and substantial footwear. DO
NOT mow barefooted or with sandals.
10. Know how to STOP blade and engine quickly in
preparation for emergencies.
11. Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
12. Check grass catcher components frequently for
signs of wear or deterioration and replace as need-
ed to prevent injury from thrown objects going
through weak or torn spots.
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extreme-
ly flammable and the vapors are explosive.
1.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
2.
Use only an approved fuel container.
