_DANGER:
This cutting
machine
is capable
of amputating
hands and feet and
throwing
objects.
Failure to observe the following
safety instructions
could result
in serious
injury or death,
_I, WARNING:
In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting
when setting
up, transporting,
adiustlng
or making repairs, always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact
spark plug.
_kWARNING:
Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
_JkWARNING:
Tow only the attachments
that are recommended
by and comply with
specifications
of the manufacturer
of your
tractor.
Use common
sense when towing.
Operate
only at the lowest possible speed
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while
on a slope,
is dangerous.
Tires can lose
traction
with the ground
and cause you to
lose control of your tractor.
,_WARNING:
Engine
exhaust,
some
of
its constituents,
and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals
known to the
State of California
to cause cancer and birth
defects
or other reproductwe
harm.
_WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and
rela[ed
accessories
contain
lead and lead
compounds,
chemicals known to the State of
California
to cause cancer and birth defects
or other
reproductwe
harm. Wash
hands
after handling.
!. GENERAL
OPERATION
Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions on the machine
and in the manual
before starting.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine.
Keep clear
of the discharge
opening
at all t_mes.
Only allow responsible
adults, who are
familiar
with the instructions, to operate
the machine.
•
Clear the area of obiects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc.,
whch
could be picked
up and thrown by the blades.
Ensure the area ts clear of bystanders
before operating.
Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
•
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary, Always took down and behind
before and while backing,
Never direct discharged
material toward
anyone.
Avoid
discharging
material
against
a wall or obstruction.
Material
may ricochet
back toward the operator.
Stop the blades
when crossing
gravel
surfaces.
*
Do not operate machine without the en-
tire grass catcher, discharge
chute,
or
other safety devices in place and working.
Slow down before turning.
,
Never
leave a running
machine
unat-
tended.
Always
turn
off blades,
set
parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
Disengage
blades
when
not mowing.
Shut off engine and wait for all parts to
come to a complete stop before cleaning
the machine, removing the grass catcher,
or unclogging
the discharge
chute.
Operate machine only in daylight or good
artificial hght.
Do not operate the machine
while under
the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating
near or
crossing
roadways.
Use extra care when loading or unloading
the machine
into a trailer or truck.
Always wear eye protection when operat-
ing machine.
Data indicates
that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved in a large
percentage
of riding mower-related
inju-
nes.
These operators
should evaluate
their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protectthemselves
and
others from serious
Injury.
,
Follow
the manufacturer's
recommen-
dation
for wheel
weights
or counter-
weights.
Keep machine
free of grass,
leaves or
other debris build-up which can touch hot
exhaust/engine
parts and burn. Do not
allow the mower to plow leaves or other
debris which can cause build-up to oc-
cur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before
operating
or storing the machine.
Allow
machine
to cool before storage.
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