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• Understand location and function of all controls.
• Never allow operation by untrained persons.
• Disengage PTO, stop unit and engine, set parking
brake and remove key before making any
inspections, repairs, etc.
6. Hot Surfaces!
DO NOT touch parts which are hot from operation.
ALWAYS allow parts to cool.
7. Caution
No smoking.
Fill fuel tanks to 2-1/2 in. (6.35 cm) below bottom of
filler neck.
• Never fill fuel tank when engine is running, hot or
unit is indoors. Never overfill fuel tank.
• Replace fuel cap securely and clean up spilled
fuel.
2.4 SAFETY RULES
If unit is to be used by someone other than original
purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide
this manual and any needed safety training before
operation. Only the user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people or property. Read, understand, and follow all
safety practices in Owner/Operator Manual before
assembling, using or working on this mower. ALWAYS
remove key from ignition and wire from spark plug
before assembly, or working on this unit.
Inspect unit before each use for: missing or damaged
decals and shields, correctly operating safety interlock
system, and deterioration of grass catchers. Replace
or repair as needed.
ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances
carefully before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic
when crossing or operating along streets or curbs.
Keep children, people, and pets away. Be alert and
shut off unit if anyone enters work area. Keep children
under watchful care of a responsible adult.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near
unit.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, and debris.
Thrown objects can cause injury.
Stay alert for hidden hazards, holes and ruts. Avoid
uneven or rough terrain. DO NOT operate near drop-
offs, ditches, or embankmants. Unit can suddenly turn
over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if
an edge caves in.
Dust, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an
accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility
and light.
Data indicates that operators, age 60 and above, are
involved in larger percentage of riding mower related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to
operate the riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
Only trained adults may operate unit. Training includes
being familiar with controls and actual operation.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medications, drugs or alcohol.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their
alertness or coordination is impaired.
Wear adequate safety gear, sturdy shoes and
protective gloves.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back
hair that may get caught in rotating parts. Protect eyes,
face and head from objects that may be thrown from
unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection. Always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when
operating mower.
Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts
can cut off fingers or a hand. ALWAYS keep hands and
feet away from all rotating parts during operation.
Rotating parts can cut off body parts.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points.
Start and operate unit only when sealed in operator’s
position. Steering control levers must be in neutral,
PTO disengaged and parking brake set when starting
engine. ALWAYS keep body and hands away from pin
holes or nozzles which eject hydraulic fluid under
pressure.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from
operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to
maintain, adjust or service.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is
running.
NEVER direct discharge towards persons or property.
Thrown objects may ricochet back towards operator.
ALWAYS stand clear of the discharge area.
ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit and engine,
remove key, engine parking brake, and allow moving
parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.
Use extreme caution on gravel surfaces.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use and
when crossing gravel surfaces.
DO NOT operate unit if safety interlock system is
damaged or disabled. Check safety interlock before
each use.
ALWAYS remove key to prevent unauthorized use.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. Slow down before
turning.
Stop engine before removing grass catcher or
unclogging chute.
SO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.