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1.
SAFETY
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This
SAFETY ALERT SYMBO
L
is used
both in this manual and on the machine to identify
important safety messages which must be followed to
avoid accidents. This symbol means:
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The safety alert symbol appears above
information which alerts you to unsafe actions or
situations and will be followed by the word
DANGER, WARNING,
or
CAUTION.
: White lettering/Red background.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
Which, if not avoided,
WILL
result in death or
serious injury.
: Black lettering/Orange background.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
: Black lettering/Yellow background. Indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided,
MAY
result in minor or moderate
injury.
1.2 TRAINING
1.2.1 Regard the Mower as a piece of power
equipment and teach this regard to all who operate
this unit.
1.2.2 Read the instructions carefully. Familiarize
yourself with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment.
1.2.3 Do not allow operation of this machine by
untrained personnel. Never allow children,
teenagers, or anyone unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower.
1.2.4 Avoid mowing while people, especially
children, or pets, are nearby. Keep in mind that the
operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
1.3 PREPARATION
1.3.1 Evaluate the terrain to determine what
accessories and attachments are needed to properly
and safely perform the job. Only use accessories and
attachments approved by
Worldlawn Power Equipment, Inc.
1.3.2 The use of personal protective equipments,
such as (but not limited to) protection for the eyes,
ears, feet, and head is recommended.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
· This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operator’s ear when in operation.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
· Exposure to sound levels of 85dBA or above for
extended periods of time can cause hearing loss.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
· Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
1.3.3 While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate equipment
when barefoot or when wearing open sandals.
1.3.4 Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks,
wires, bones, and other foreign objects which may
damage the equipment or cause personal injury to
operator or bystanders.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
· Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which
is an odorless deadly poison.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
· Carbon monoxide can kill you.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
· Do not run engine indoors or in a small confined
area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
