Operator
Safety
Operating
Safety
Power equipment
is only as safe as the operator.
If it is misused,
or
not properly
maintained,
it can be dangerous!
Remember,
you are
responsible
for your safety and that of those around you.
Use common
sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are
not sure that the task you are about to perform
can be safely done
with the equipment
you have chosen,
ask a professional:
contact
your
local authorized
dealer.
Read
the Manual
The operator's manual contains important safety information you need to
be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURING operation.
Safe operating
techniques,
an explanation
of the product's
features
and
controls,
and maintenance
information
is included
to help you get the
most out of your equipment
investment.
Be sure to completely
read the Safety Rules and Information
found on the
following
pages. Also completely
read the Operation
sect!on.
Children
Tragic accidents
can occur with children.
Do not allow them any-
where near the area of operation.
Children
are often attracted
to the
unit and mowing
activity.
Never assume
that children
will remain
where you last saw them. If there is a risk that children
may enter
the area where you are mowing,
have another responsible
adult
watch them.
Slope
Operation
You could be seriously
iniured or even killed if you use this unit on
too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or
where you don't have adequate
footing
or traction
can cause you to
lose control or slip and fall.
You should not operate on inclines
with a slope greater than 10
degrees,
which is a 3.5 ft (1,5 m) rise over 20.0 ft (6,0 m). Always
mow across slopes,
never up and down.
Also note that the surface
you are mowing
can greatly impact con°
trol. Wet grass or leaves can seriously
affect your footing and trac-
tion on a slope.
If you feel unsure about operating the unit on an incline, don't do it.
It's not worth the risk.
20.0 ft
(6,0 m)
3.5 ft
(1,5 m)
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