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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 pu_l mower backwards
unless
absolutely
necessary.
Always
look
clown 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.
DO NOT use accessories
that are not recommended
by the
manufacturer
of your mower,
such as
de-thatcher
blade attachments,
which
can be hazardous
and damage
the
mower.
• 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 check
immediately
for the cause.
Vibration
is generally
a warning
of
trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles
or safety
glasses
with side shields
when operat-
ing mower.
II. 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,
III. 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
and 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.
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