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D.
Do not smoke while refueling.
6.
Keep all guards, shields, grass catcher, discharge
tunnel plug, optional discharge chute and safety
devices in place. Repair or replace damaged
parts, including decals. Check all safety devices
before each use.
7.
Engine, blade and self-propelled drive
(self-propelled model) are designed to stop when
control bar is released. Ensure control and brake
function properly before each use of mower.
8.
Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive
clutch (self-propelled model) before starting the
engine.
9.
Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade fasteners and cutter assembly
are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or
damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve
balance.
While Operating
1.
Do not run engine indoors.
2.
Start the engine carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade.
3.
Always maintain secure footing. Keep a firm
grip on the handle and walk; never run. Never
operate mower in wet grass. Mow only in
daylight or in good artificial light.
4.
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Use extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively
steep slopes. Wear skid resistant shoes on slopes.
5.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation to protect eyes from foreign objects
that may be thrown from the machine. Wearing
of hearing protection, protective gloves and a
safety helmet is advisable and may be required
by local regulations.
6.
Keep face, hands, and feet away from the mower
housing and cutter blade when the engine is
running. Blade can cause injury to hands and
feet. Stay behind the handle until the engine
stops.
7.
When bagging grass, stop engine and ensure
discharge door is closed before removing and
emptying bag.
8.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop before unclogging discharge tunnel,
removing grass bag or discharge tunnel plug.
Use a stick, not your hand, to unclog discharge
tunnel. Never attempt to unclog the tunnel with
the engine running.
9.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the mower towards you.
10. Since the blade rotates for a few seconds after
the control bar is released, stay behind the
handle until all moving parts stop.
11. After striking a foreign object or if mower
vibrates abnormally, stop engine and remove
wire from spark plug. Check mower for damage
and make all repairs before using mower again.
If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance
is desired, contact your local Authorized Exmark
Service Dealer.
12. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop before adjusting the height-of-cut.
13. Stop the blade when pushing the mower outside
the lawn area.
14. Stop engine before leaving the operator’s
position—behind the handle. Disconnect wire
from spark plug if mower will be unattended.
15. Do not touch engine while it is running or
shortly after it is stopped because engine will be
hot enough to cause a burn.
16. Refuel only when engine is cool.
17. If mower must be lifted to be transported, turn
off engine and stay behind the handle until all
moving parts stop. Disconnect spark plug wire.
