_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.
_WARNING:
In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting when
setting
up, transporting,
adjusting
or making repairs, always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact
spark plug.
_D_WARNING:
Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose central of the tractor.
_t, WARNING:
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.
_I_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 reproductive
harm.
_,WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and
related
accessories
contain
lead and lead
compounds,
chemicals
known to the State of
California
to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
harm. Wash
hands
after handling.
I. GENERAL
OPERATION
Read, understand,
and foltow 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 times.
Only allow responsible
adults, who are
familiar with the instructions,
to operate
the machine.
•
Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked
up and thrown
by the blades.
•
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders
before operating.
Stop machine ifanyone
enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
•
Do not mow in reverseun]ess
absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
•
Neverdirectdischarged
materialtoward
anyone.
Avoid
discharging
material
against
a wail 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.
•
Slowdown
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 light.
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-
ries.
These operators
should
evaluate
their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves
and
others from serious
injury.
•
Followthe manufacturer's
recommenda-
tion for wheel weights or counterweights.
•
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.
Af[ow
machine
to cool before storage.