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2. Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial
light, keeping away from holes and hidden
hazards.
3. Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake
is engaged before starting engine. Only start
engine from the operator’s position. Use seat
belts if provided.
4. Be sure of your footing while using pedestrian
controlled equipment, especially when backing up.
Walk, don’t run. Reduced footing could cause
slipping.
5. Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be
sure to travel in the recommended direction on
hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the machines
stability. Use caution when operating near drop-
offs.
6. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before
and while traveling in reverse.
7. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do
not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher or the
deflector in place.
8. Slow down and use caution when making turns
and when changing directions on slopes.
9. Never raise deck with the blades running.
10. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always
disengage the PTO, set parking brake, stop
engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
11. Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades
when not mowing.
12. Never operate with guards not securely in place.
Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted
properly and functioning properly.
13. Never operate with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher.
14. Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
15. Stop on level ground, lower implements,
disengage drives, engage parking brake, shut off
engine before leaving the operator’s position for
any reason including emptying the grass catchers
or unclogging the chute.
16. Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking
objects or abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
17. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
18. Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
19. Never carry passengers and keep pets and
bystanders away.
20. Do not operate the unit while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
21. Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if
not mowing.
22. Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
TRAINING
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in
the manual and on the unit before starting. If the
operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English
it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this
material to them.
2. Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
3. All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
4. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
with the instructions, to operate the unit.
5. Never let children or untrained people operate
or service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
6. The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves,
other people or property.
7. 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.
PREPARATION
1. Evaluate the terrain to determine what
accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safely perform the job. Use only
accessories and attachments approved by the
manufacturer.
2. Wear appropriate clothing including safety shoes,
safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair,
loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in
moving parts.
3. Inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys
and wire, which can be thrown by the machine.
4. Use extra care when handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
a) Use only an approved container.
b) Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow engine to cool before
refueling. Do not smoke.
c) Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
5. Check that operator’s presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are
functioning properly.
OPERATION
1. Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss
of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or
equipment.
This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
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