Safety Information
Operational Safety Rules
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Safety Information
Never operate the deck without the grass chute or mulching plate installed and
secure.
Never operate the deck unless all covers, shields, and safety devices are installed
and secure.
Never permit any person other than the operator to ride or board the drive unit or
deck at any time.
Never allow riders!
Never allow anyone near the drive unit or deck while operating.
Be sure that the
area behind you is clear before operating in reverse!
Never allow anyone near or in the path of discharge.
Never discharge in the direction of bystanders, vehicles, or buildings.
Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or down a hill. Avoid operating on
steep slopes.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary - and then only after careful and
constant observation of entire area behind the drive unit and deck.
Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting on a hill-
side or over rough ground, and when operating close to ditches, fences, or water.
Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to minimize potential tipping or loss of
control. Use caution when changing directions on slopes.
Be alert for holes in the terrain as well as any other hidden hazard. Always drive
slowly over rough ground.
Disengage the blades, stop the engine, set the parking brake, and remove the key
before dismounting the drive unit or making any adjustments to the deck.
Stop the drive unit immediately upon striking any obstruction. Disengage the
blades, turn off the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key, and inspect the
drive unit and deck for any damage. Always repair any damage before resuming
operation of the deck.
Never adjust the mower deck height or lift the deck into transport position while the
blades are engaged.
Never engage the blades with the mower decks raised into transport position.
Never place your hands or feet under the deck while the engine is running.
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