7. Extinguish a llcigarettes, cigars, p ipes andother
sources o fignition.
8. Never f uelmachine indoors because f lammable
vapors willaccumulate i nthearea.
9. Never r emove gascapor addfuelwhiletheengine
is hotor running. Allowengine tocoolatleast t wo
minutes b efore refueling.
10. Never o verfillfueltank.Filltanktonomore than_/2
inchbelowbottom offillernecktoprovide space for
fuelexpansion.
11. Replace gasoline c apandtighten securely.
12. If gasoline isspilled, w ipeitofftheengine and
equipment. Moveunit t oanother a rea. W ait5
minutes b efore starting theengine.
13. Never s tore themachine orfuelcontainer inside
where thereisanopenflame, s park or pilotlightas
ona waterheater, s paceheater, f urnace, clothes
dryerorothergasappliances.
14. Toreduce firehazard, k eepmower f reeof grass,
leaves, o rotherdebris build-up. Cleanupoilorfuel
spillage andremove anyfuelsoaked debris.
15. Allow mower t ocool5 minutes b efore storing.
GeneralService:
1.
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
2.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.
3.
Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent,
cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original
equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only,
listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not
meet the original equipment specifications may
lead to improper performance and compromise
safety!"
4.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
5.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
6.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
7.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before starting and
operating the mower.
8.
Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height
adjustment while the engine is running.
9.
Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and
trail shield are subject to wear and damage which
could expose moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. For safety protection, frequently check
components and replace immediately with original
equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only,
listed here. Use of parts which do not meet the
original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety.
10. Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
11. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
12. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.
Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm
the environment.
YourResponsibility
•
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the machine.
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