4. Keep in mind that the
operator or user is
responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other
people or their property.
Preparation
1. While operating the product
always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate the product
when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Avoid
wearing clothing that is
loose fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area
where the product is to be
used and remove all objects
which can be thrown by the
product.
3. Before using, always
visually inspect to see that
the blade, blade bolt and
the blade assembly are
not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or damaged
components in sets to
preserve balance. Replace
damaged or unreadable
labels.
Operation
1. Operate the product only in
daylight or in good artificial
light.
2. Avoid operating the product
in wet grass.
3. Always be sure of your
footing on slopes.
4. Walk, never run.
5. Mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on
slopes.
7. Do not mow excessively
steep slopes.
8. Use extreme caution when
reversing or pulling the
product towards you.
9. Stop the blade(s) if the
product has to be tilted
for transportation when
crossing surfaces other
than grass, and when
transporting the product
to and from the area to be
used.
10. Never operate the product
with defective guards or
shields, or without safety
devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass
collector, in place.
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