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IMPORTANT:This cutting machineis capable of amputatinghands and feet and throw-
ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscould resultin serious
injury or death.
WARNING: In order to prevent
accidentalstarting when setting up,
transporting, adjustingor making repairs,
alwaysdisconnectspark plug wire and
place wire where it cannotcontact spark
plug.
WARNING: Do not coast down a
hill in neutral,you may losecontrol of the
tractor.
WARNING: Tow only the attach-
ments that are recommendedby and
comply with specificationsof the man-
ufacturerof your tractor.Use common
sensewhen towing.Operateonly at the
lowestpossiblespeed when on a slope.
Too heavy of a load,while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose tractionwith
the groundand causeyou to lose control
of your tractor.
WARNING: Engine
exhaust,
some
of its constituents,
and certain
vehicle
components
contain
or emit chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause
cancer
and birth defects
or other repro-
ductive
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 follow all
instructions
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 bystand-
ers before
operating.
Stop machine
if
anyone
enters the area.
•
Never carry
passengers.
•
Do not mow in reverse
unless abso-
lutely necessary.
Always
look 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 cross-
ing gravel surfaces.
•
Do not operate
machine
without
the
entire
grass catcher,
discharge
guard,
or other safety devices
in place and
working.
•
Slow down before
turning.
•
Never leave a running
machine
unattended.
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 clean-
ing the machine,
removing
the grass
catcher,
or unclogging
the discharge
guard.
•
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 unload-
ing the machine
into a trailer or truck.
•
Always
wear eye protection
when
oper-
ating machine.
•
Data indicates
that operators,
age 60
years and above,
are involved
in a
large percentage
of riding mower-re-
lated injuries.
These
operators
should
evaluate
their ability to operate
the
riding mower safely
enough
to protect
themselves
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
deck to plow
leaves or other debris
which can cause
build-up
to occur.
Clean any oil or fuel
spillage
before
operating
or storing
the
machine.
Allow machine
to cool before
storage.
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