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I.GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand,
and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s)
before starting. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the machine before
starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible
individuals,
who are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown
by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before
mowing. Stop machine
if
anyone enters the area.
• Do not operate the mower when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Always wear substantial foot wear.
• Do not pull mower backwards
unless
absolutely
necessary.
Always look
down and behind before and while
moving backwards.
• Do not operate
the mower without
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety protective devices in place.
• See manufacturer's
instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories.
Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer.
• Stop the blade(s)
when crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever
you
leave the equipment,
before cleaning
the mower or unclogging the chute.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait
until the blade comes to complete stop
before removing grass catcher.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always
be sure of your footing:
keep a
firm hold on the handle and walk;
never run.
• Disengage
the self-propelled
mecha-
nism or drive clutch on mowers so
equipped before starting the engine
(motor).
• If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally,
stop the engine (motor)
and chock immediately
for the cause.
Vibration
is generally
a warning
of
trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when
operating
mower.
I1. SLOPE
OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip
and fall accidents
which can result in
severe injury. All slopes require extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it.
DO:
• Mow across the face of slopes: never
up and down, Exercise extreme
caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT"
• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments.
The operator could lose
footing
or balance.
• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
footing
could cause slipping.
II1. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children
are often attracted
to the
machine
and the mowing
activity. Never
assume
that children
will remain
where
you last saw them.
• Keep children
out of the trimming
area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible
adult.
• Be alert and turn machine
off if children
enter the area.
• Before
and while walking
backwards,
look behind
end down for small
children.
• Never allow children
to operate
the
machine.
• Use extra care when
approaching
blind
corners,
shrubs,
trees, or other objects
that may obscure
vision.
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline
and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.
- Use only an approved
container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
-Never
refuel the machine
indoors.
- Never store the machine or fuel
container
inside where there is an
open flame,
such as a water heater.
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