If the handlebar has noticeable play, be sure
to adjust or repair them before operating the
machine.
Replace faulty mufflers.
Operation
Do not operate the machine under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
Do not operate the engine in a confined
space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking
brake is engaged before starting engine.
Start the engine or switch on the motor
carefully according to this manual and with
feet well away from the cutting section.
Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the engine.
Operating the engine at excessive speed
may increase the hazard of personal injury.
Pay attention not to touch hot parts.
Never operate the machine with damaged
guards, shields, or without safety protective
devices in place.
Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted
properly, and functioning properly.
Keep hands and feet away from the rotating
parts.
Never pick up or carry the machine in
operation.
Never operate while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
Only operate in good light, keeping away
from holes and hidden hazards.
Do not operate the machine when there is
the risk of lightning.
Walk, never run.
Do not stop or start suddenly.
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,
where feasible.
Look behind and down before backing up to
be sure of a clear path.
Slow down and use caution when making
turns and crossing roads and sidewalks.
Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure vision.
Do not take your eyes off the road ahead.
Do not operate the machine with no hands.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
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Remember there is no such thing as a safe
slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular
care.
To guard against overturning, follow these
instructions.
Do not operate the machine on
excessively steep slopes.
Do not stop or start suddenly when going
up or downhill.
Engage clutch slowly, always keep
machine in gear, especially when traveling
downhill.
Machine speeds should be kept low on
slopes and during turns.
Use extra care while operating machine with
a grass catcher or other attachments.
They can affect the stability of the machine.
Disengage drive to the cutting section, when
other than operating.
Do the following before leaving the
operator's position.
Stop on level ground.
Disengage the all drives.
Set the parking brake.
Stop the engine.
Stop the engine in the following conditions.
Before refuelling.
Before removing the grass catcher.
Before making height or depth adjustment
unless adjustment can be made from the
operator's position.
Before clearing blockages.
Before checking, cleaning or working on
the machine.
After striking a foreign object or if an
abnormal vibration occurs.
Inspect the machine for damage and
make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment.
Reduce the throttle setting during engine
run-out.
Do not direct discharge material toward
anyone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the
operator.
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