General Safety Messages - Briggs & Stratton Snapper 7800968-01 Manual Del Operador

properly and follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to
operate.
The mower has a spinning mower blade that can amputate
hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the equipment
while it is running!
To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is
equipped with an operator present safety system. Do NOT
attempt to alter or bypass the system. See your dealer
immediately if the system does not pass all the safety
interlock system tests found in this manual.
Thrown Objects
This unit has a spinning mower blade. This blade can pick
up and throw debris that could seriously injure a bystander.
Be sure to clean up the area to be mowed BEFORE you start
mowing.
Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or
discharge guard (deflector) in place.
Also, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running!
If someone does enter the area, turn the unit off immediately
until they leave.
Debris Accumulation
Accumulation of grass and debris can result in a fire. Be sure
to clean any accumulation of grass and debris with a brush or
compressed air, before and after operation.
Fuel and Maintenance
Gasoline is extremely flammable. Its vapors are also
extremely flammable and can travel to distant ignition
sources. Gasoline must only be used as a fuel, not as a
solvent or cleaner. It should never be stored any place where
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its vapors can build up or travel to an ignition source like a
pilot light. Fuel belongs in an approved, plastic, sealed gas
can, or in the tractor fuel tank with the cap securely closed.
Spilled fuel needs to be cleaned up immediately.
Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance
of your unit. Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures
listed in this manual, especially periodically testing the safety
system.

General Safety Messages

WARNING
This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating
hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury
and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY
instructions could result in serious injury or death to the
operator or other persons. The owner of the machine
must understand these instructions and must allow only
persons who understand these instructions to operate
machine. Each person operating the machine must be of
sound mind and body and must not be under the influence
of any substance, which might impair vision, dexterity or
judgment.
WARNING
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless,
poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,
fainting, or death.
• Start and run engine outdoors.
• Do not run the engine in an enclosed area, even if
doors or windows are open.
Protection For 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.
1. KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
2. DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated
and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the area.
3. DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate machine.
4. ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with mature
judgment under close adult supervision to operate the
machine.
5. DO NOT pull mower backwards unless absolutely
necessary. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children,
pets and hazards before and while backing.
6. USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
Slope Operation
1. Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes
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