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8.
Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against
a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet
back toward the operator. Stop the blade when
crossing gravel surfaces.
9.
Do not operate machine without the entire
grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or
other safety protective devices in place and
working.
10. Never leave a running machine unattended.
11. Stop the motor and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before cleaning
the machine, removing grass catcher, or
unclogging the discharge guard.
12. Operate machine only in daylight or good
artificial light.
13. Do not operate machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
14. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing; walk; never run.
15. Disengage the drive system, if so equipped,
before starting the motor.
16. If the machine should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the motor and check for the
cause immediately. Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble.
17. Always wear eye protection when operating
machine.
18. See manufacturer's instructions for proper
operation and installation of accessories. Only
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use accessories approved by the manufacturer.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents, which can result in severe injury.
Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
1.
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
2.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause
a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
3.
Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep
slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall
accident.
4.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. You could lose your footing or
balance.
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.
1.
Keep children out of the mowing area and
under the watchful care of a responsible adult
other than the operator.
2.
Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the
area.
3.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
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4.
Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that
may block your view of a child.
IV. SERVICE
GENERAL SERVICE
1.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
2.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
3.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up.
4.
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect
the machine. Repair, if necessary, before
starting.
5.
Never make any adjustments or repairs with the
motor running.
6.
Always unplug electric mowers before
adjusting, cleaning, or repairing.
7.
Check grass catcher components and the
discharge guard frequently and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts, when
necessary.
8.
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
9.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
Safe operation practices for walk-behind
mowers
1.
Safety Instructions
1.1 Training
a)
Read the operating and service instruction
manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
b)
Never allow children to operate a power mower.
c)
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
d)
Do not use a mower for any job except that for
which it is intended.
1.2 Preparation
a)
Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
b)
Do not operate the equipment when barefoot
or wearing sandals. Always wear substantial
footwear.
c)
Disengage the self-propelled mechanism
or drive clutch on units so equipped before
starting the motor.
d)
Never attempt to make a wheel height
adjustment while the motor is running.
e)
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
f)
Never operate the equipment on wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing. Keep a firm
hold on the handle and walk, never run.
1.3 Operation
a)
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
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