SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
1. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read,understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual before starting. Do not
put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the
machine.
• Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
with the instructions, to operate the machine.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,
etc., which could be picked up and thrown by
the blades. Be sure the area is clear of bystanders
before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters
the area. Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary
.
Always look down and behind before and while
backing.
• Never direct discharged material toward anyone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward
the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel
surfaces. Do not operate machine without the
discharge chute, or other safety devices in place
and working.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.
WARNING:
WARNING:
WARNING:
•
Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off
engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete
stop before cleaning the machine, or unclogging
the discharge chute.
•
Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while under the
influence ofalcohol or drugs.
• W
atch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roads.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine onto a trailer or truck.
• Always wear eye protection when operating
machine.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and
above, are involved in a large percentage of riding
mower-related injuries. These operators should
evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves and others
from serious injury.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for
wheel weights or counterweights.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris
build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine
parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to
blow leaves or other debris which can cause build-
up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before
operating or storing the machine. Allow machine
to cool before storage.
2. SLOPE OPERATION
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Choose a low ground speed so that you will not
have to stop or shift while on the slope.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Tyres may lose traction.
Always keep the machine in gear when going
down slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast
downhill.
• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If
the tyres lose traction, disengage the blades and
proceed slowly straight down the slope.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction,
which could cause the machine to roll over.
• Use extra care while operating machine with grass
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
