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SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL OPERATION
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Carefully read all instructions on the mower and in the manual before attempting to assemble and operate the
mower. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference, and consult it regularly.
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Become familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the mower and how to disengage
the power in an emergency.
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Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this mower. Children who are 14 years of age and older must
read and understand the operating instructions and the safety rules in this manual, and must be trained and supervised
by a parent.
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Do not allow anyone to operate this mower until they have read and understand the instructions.
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In order to avoid contact with the blade or injury caused by a thrown object, stay in the operator’s zone behind the
handles, and keep children and bystanders at least 50’ (15 m) away from the mower.
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Household circuit: This mower is designed to operate on a 15 A circuit. If the mower has difficulty starting when
connected to a circuit that contains a standard 15 A fuse or circuit breaker, call the toll-‐free number. Do not use a fuse
or circuit breaker with a higher rating than specified for your particular branch circuit.
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Do not abuse the cord by pulling the mower by the cord or yanking on the cord in order to disconnect it from the
outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp objects.
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Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the operator’s foot during a fall caused by slipping or
tripping. Do not operate this mower in bare feet, or while wearing sandals or lightweight (e.g.: canvas) shoes. Do not
hold on to the mower if you are falling. Release the handle immediately.
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Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If you must back the mower away from a wall or an
obstruction, first look down and behind in order to avoid tripping and then follow these steps:
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Step back from the mower in order to fully extend your arms.
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Be sure that you are well balanced.
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Pull the mower back slowly.
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Repeat these steps as necessary.
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Do not use mower for any job except that for which it is intended. Do not force the mower.
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Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Stay Alert: Do not operate the mower when you are tired. Pay attention to what you are doing. Use common sense.
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Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade can amputate hands
and feet.
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Do not attempt to adjust the wheels or the cutting height while the motor is running.
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Avoid dangerous environments. Do not operate the mower in the rain or in wet or damp grass.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. Do not rush a mowing job.
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Stop the blade when crossing gravel driveways, walkways, or roads.
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If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally
a warning of trouble.
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Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging
the chute. The cutting blade will continue to rotate for a few seconds after the motor is shut off. Do not place any part
of your body in the blade area until you are sure that the blade has stopped rotating.
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Never operate the mower without a proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, switch control, or other safety
protective devices in place and in working order. Do not operate the mower with damaged safety devices. Doing so can
result in injury.
