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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CU'FI-tNG MACHINE tSCAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

1. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before Starting.

. Only allow responsible adults, who are famil{ar 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 blade.

• Be sure the area isclear of other peop/e before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

o Do not mow in reverse uniess absolutely necessary. Always

took down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place,

° Slow down before turning.

• Never [eave a running machine unattended; Always turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unc!ogging

chute.

• Mow 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.

I!. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover

accidents, which can resuit in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot backup the stopeor if you feet

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

° Mow up and down slopes, not across.

* Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tatl grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you wilt not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Fottow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine,

. Keep all movement on the slopes stowand gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, ff tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

siope.

DO NOT:

. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheet is over the edge

of a ctiff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

. Do not mow on wet grass, Reduced traction could cause

stiding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground,

• Do not use grass catcher on steep s{opes.

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. Neverassume that children will remain

where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow chiidren to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching b{ind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Useextracareinhandtinggasolieeandotherfuels. Theyare

flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fue! with the engine

running. Aliow engine to cooI before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and botts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly,

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up, i

Clean oit or fuel spiflage. Allow machine to coot before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting, i

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and:

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

rep ace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec- I

essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut, Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation kequently. Adjust and service as

required.

i l_. LoOk for this sym bol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION" Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

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