GB - 4
MX20138
DANGER (F)
To avoid injury to children, stop mower when children are near. Do
not mow in reverse. Look behind when backing. Never carry riders,
especially children.
CAUTION: (G)
Before operating read operators manual and safety instructions.
CAUTION: HELP AVOID INJURY (H)
• Operator training required
• Read operator’s manual
• Keep shields in place
• Never carry riders
• Keep people a safe distance away
• Maintain all safety devices
• Before leaving machine:
• Stop engine
• Set park brake
• Remove key
CAUTION (I)
Be safe! To avoid a fire hazard remove all leaves, grass and debris
from engine, hydro pumps and motors, pulleys, belts, hoses,
engine deck and cutter deck.
DANGER/POISON (J)
• Shield Eyes: Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.
NO
• Sparks
• Flames
• Smoking
• Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe burns.
• Flush eyes immediately with water. Get medical help fast.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not tip.
• Do not open battery.
WARNING (K)
To avoid injury from tip over, drive across slopes, not up and down.
If machine stops going uphill, stop blades and back down slowly.
Emission Control System Certification Label
NOTE: Tampering with emission controls and components by
unauthorized personnel may result in severe fines or penalties.
Emission controls and components can only be adjusted by EPA
and/or CARB authorized service centers. Contact your Gravely
Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls and component
questions.
SAFETY
Operator Training Required
• Read the operator’s manual and other training material. If the
operator or mechanic cannot read English, it is the owner’s
responsibility to explain this material to them. This publication
is available in other languages.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The owner of
the machine is responsible for training the users.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or service the
equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents
or injuries occurring to themselves, other people, or property.
• Operate the machine in an open, unobstructed area under the
direction of an experienced operator.
Preparation
• 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 the
manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety glasses
and hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry
may get tangled in moving parts.
• 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.
• 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 gas cap or add fuel when engine is
running. Do not smoke.
c. Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that the operator’s presence controls, safety switches
and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not
operate unless they are functioning properly.
Operating Safely
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area where dangerous
carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and
hidden hazards.
• 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.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to travel in
the recommended direction on hillsides. For this machine,
drive across hillsides, not up and down. Turf conditions can
affect the machine’s stability. Use caution while operating near
drop-offs.
