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 acciden-
tal starting when setting
up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs, always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.
,_I_WARNING:
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.
_IbWARNING:
Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known tothe State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
harm.
_IbWARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories
contain lead and lead
compounds,
chemicals known tothe State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands
after handling.
I. GENERAL
OPERATION
• Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions 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.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up
and thrown by the blades.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders
before operating.
Stop machine ifanyone
enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary.
Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
• 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 crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate machine withoutthe
entire
grass catcher, discharge
guard, or other
safety devices in place and working.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never
leave a running
machine
unat-
tended.
Always turn off blades, set park-
ing 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 cleaning
the
machine, removing the grass catcher, or
unclogging
the discharge
guard.
• Operate machine only in daylight or good
artificial light.
• 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 unloading
the machine into a trailer or truck.
• Always wear eye protection when operat-
ing machine.
• Data indicates
that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved in a large
percentage
of riding mower-related
inju-
ries.
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 build-up which can touch hot
exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not
allow the mower deck 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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