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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
(Continued From Previous Page)
1. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling.
2. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.
3. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container
inside where there is an open flame, spark or
pilot light such as on a water heater or other
appliances.
4. DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place the containers on the ground
away from the vehicle before filling.
5. Remove gas-powered equipment from the
vehicle or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If
this is not possible, then refuel equipment
using a portable container, rather than a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
6. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in
enclosed vehicles or trailers.
7. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete. DO NOT use a nozzle lock-
open device
8. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
9. DO NOT overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap
and tighten securely.
OPERATION
1. DO NOT put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of discharge area
while engine is running.
2. STOP engine when crossing gravel drives,
walks, or roads, and under any conditions
where thrown objects might be a hazard.
3. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
4. DO NOT operate mower while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
5. After striking a foreign object or if mower
vibrates abnormally, STOP the engine,
disconnect and secure spark plug wire. Inspect
the mower for any damage and repair the
damage before starting.
6. DO NOT mow near drop offs, ditches or
embankments. Operator could lose footing or
balance.
7. STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden
hazards. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Keep
away from ditches, washouts, culverts, fences
and protruding objects.
8. DO NOT mow on wet grass. Always be sure of
your footing. Keep a firm hold on the handle
and walk, never run. Slipping could cause
injury.
9. ALWAYS stay behind handle when engine
(motor) is running.
OPERATION
(Continued From Previous Column)
10. DO NOT leave the machine with the engine
running. STOP BLADE and STOP ENGINE
before leaving the operators position for any
reason.
11. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting make
certain engine, blade and all moving parts have
STOPPED. Disconnect and secure spark plug
wire away from plug to prevent accidental
starting.
12. STOP engine and wait until the blade comes to
complete STOP before removing grass bag
and/or clearing grass.
13. DO NOT operate mower without the entire grass
catcher, discharge guard, rear guard or other
safety devices in place and working.
14. DO NOT point discharge at people, passing
cars, windows or doors.
15. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back
towards the operator.
16. Slow down before turning.
17. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing
roadways.
18. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas.
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, a deadly poison.
19.
Only use accessories approved by the
manufacturer. See manufacturer’s instructions
for proper operation and installation of
accessories.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside
where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or
pilot light such as in a water heater, furnace,
clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow
engine to cool before storing machine in an
enclosure. Store fuel container out of reach of
children in a well ventilated, unoccupied
building.
2. Keep mower and engine free of grass, leaves or
excess grease to reduce fire hazard and engine
overheating.
3. When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an
approved container outdoors and away from
open flame.
4. Keep all bolts, especially blade bolts, nuts and
screws properly tight. Check that all cotter pins
are in proper position.
5. Always provide adequate ventilation when
running engine. Engine exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.
6. Service engine and make adjustments only
when engine is stopped. Removed spark plug
wire from spark plug and secure wire away
from spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
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