.
Watch out for traffic when crossing
or near
roadways.
.
Itis recommended
that this machine notbeused
on public roads. However, if riding on public
roads is unavoidable you must comply to equip-
ment requirements per SAEJ137b and/or
ASAE
S279.4 lighting and marking standard. These
standards
require vehicles be equipped
with
two(2) headlights, one(1) red taillight,
two(2)
amber flashing warning lights and a SMVemblem
for operation onpublic roads.
FUEL USAGE SAFETY
.
Handle gasoline withcare.
Itis highly flammable.
Only useapproved gasoline
container.
.
Do notattempt to fillgas tank from fuel container
unless the container
spout or funnel fits inside
the fuel tank filler neck. The use of too largea
spout or funnel, or no funnel, may result inspilled
gasoline, creating highlyflammable gas vapors.
This could result infire and/or explosion, causing
severe bodily injury.
.
Never take the cap offor refuel
when the engine
isrunning or hot.
.
Don't smoke while refueling or
anywhere near
fuel.
.
When filling the
tank, maintain control of the
nozzle.
.
Don't fill fuel tank to capacity...
allowroom for
expansion.
.
Wipeup any spills immediately.
.
Alwaystighten the fuel
tank cap securely.
.
If the original equipment fuel tank cap islost,
always replace itwithan approved cap.
Awill-fit
cap may not be safe.
.
Don't drive equipment near open fire.
.
Neveruse gasoline
for cleaning parts.
MOWER OPERATION
.
Clear the work area
of objects which might be
picked upand thrown.
.
When using the vehicle withmower,
proceed as
follows:
a) Mowonly in daylight or ingood artificallight.
b) Never
make
a cutting height adjustment while
the engine (motor) is running ifthe operator
must dismount to doso.
c) Check the
blade mounting bolts for proper
tightness at frequent intervals.
d) Shut the engine
(motor) off when removing
the grass catcher or unclogging chute.
.
Watch for holes
inthe terrain and other
hidden
hazards.
.
Do not stop or start suddenly whengoing uphill
or downhill. Mowup and down the face ofsteep
slopes; never across the face.
.
Disengage power to attachment(s)
and stopthe
engine
(motor) before leaving the operator's
position.
MAINTANANCEAND STORAGE
.
Donot lubricate ormake mechanical
adjustments
while the unit is inmotion or when the engine is
running. However, if minor engine adjustments
must be made, apply the parking brake,
securely
block the wheels, and use extreme caution.
.
Itis necessary
to adjust the carburetor with the
engine running, take extra care notto allowrings,
wristwatches; clothing, etc. to become entangled
with moving parts.
.
Do not change the engine
governor setting or
over-speed the engine.
.
To reduce
fire hazard, keepthe engine
free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
.
Keep all nuts, boltsand screws
tight tobe sure
the equipment isinsafe working condition.
.
Keep the
machine and supply of gasoline in
locked storage toprevent
children or others from
playing or tampering withthem.
Always remove
the ignition key when machine
is stored. When
machine isto be stored
for an exended
time,
disconnect battery cables orremove the battery.
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
A
DANGER
The signal word "DANGER"signifies thata
source of extreme danger to a person onor
near amachine exists as a result
of the very
nature ofthe machine itself.This danger
to
persons issuch that itwould result
in a high
likelihood of death or
permanent injury if
the
recommended
precautions
are not
taken.
A
WARNING
The signal word "WARNING" indicates
that a source ofdanger to a person on or
near a machine exists which mayresult in
death or injury ifthe recommended pre-
cautions are not taken.
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