_DANGER:
This cutting machine
is capable
of amputating
hands
and feet and
throwing
objects.
Failure to observe
the following
safety
instructions
could result
in serious
injury or death.
_WARNING:
in order to prevent ac-
cidental
starting
when setting
up, trans-
porting,
adjusting
or making repairs,
always
disconnect
spark plug wire and
place wire where
it cannot contact
spark
plug.
_kWARNING:
Do not coast down a hill in
neutral,
you may lose control of the tractor.
_WARNING:
Tow only the attachments
that are recommended
by and comply
with
specifications
of the manufacturer
of your
tractor. Use common
sense when towing.
Operate
only at the lowest possible
speed
when on a slope.
Too heavy of a load,
while on a slope, is dangerous.
Tires can
lose traction
with the ground
and cause
you to lose control of your tractor.
_WARNING."
Engine exhaust,
some of
its constituents,
and certain
vehicle com-
ponents
contain
or emit chemicals
known
to the State of California
to cause cancer
and birth defects
or other reproductive
harm.
_,WARNING:
Battery
posts, terminals
and related
accessories
contain
lead and
lead compounds,
chemicals
known to the
State of California
to cause cancer
and
birth defects or other reproductive
harm°
Wash
hands after handling.
I. GENERAL
OPERATION
o
Read, understand,
and follow all
instructions
on the machine
and in the
manual
before starting.
°
Do not put hands or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine° Keep clear
of the discharge
opening
at all times.
°
Only allow responsible
adults,
who are
familiar
with the instructions,
to operate
the machine.
o
Clear the area of objects
sucll as
rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blades.
,,
Be sure the area is clear of bystand-
ers before operating.
Stop machine
if
anyone
enters the area.
°
Never carry passengers,
°
Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary°
Always
look down
and behind
before and while backing.
o
Never direct discharged
material
toward anyone_ Avoid discharging
material
against a wall or obstruction.
Material
may ricochet
back toward the
operator° Stop the blades when cross-
ing gravel surfaces.
,
Do not operate
machine
without
the
entire grass catcher,
discharge
guard,
or other safety devices
in place and
working.
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Slowdown
before turning.
°
Never leave a running machine
unattended.
Always
turn off blades,
set parking
brake, stop engine,
and
remove keys before dismounting.
•
Disengage
blades when not mowing_
Shut off engine
and wait for all parts to
come to a complete
stop before clean-
ing the machine,
removing
the grass
catcher,
or unclogging
the discharge
guard_
°
Operate
machine
only in daylight
or
good artificial
lighL
°
Do not operate
the machine
while
under the influence
of alcohol
or drugs.
°
Watch for traffic when operating
near
or crossing
roadways.
°
Use extra care when loading
or unload-
ing the machine
into a trailer or truck,
°
Always
wear eye protection
when oper-
ating machine.
°
Data indicates
that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved
in a
large percentage
of riding mower-re-
lated injuries.
These operators
should
evaluate
their ability to operate
the
riding mower safely enough
to protect
themselves
and others from serious
injury°
°
Follow the manufacturer's
recommen-
dation for wheel weights
or counter-
weights.
°
Keep machine
free of grass,
leaves
or other debris
buitdoup which can
touch hot exhaust
/ engine
parts and
burn, Do not allow the mower to plow
leaves or other debris which can cause
build-up
to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
spillage
before operating
or storing
the
machine_ Allow machine
to cool before
storage°
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