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Before operating the machine
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Do not remove any parts of this machine that have been fitted as standard. To prevent accidents,
be sure to use all covers and parts in the same state as they have been fitted.
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DO NOT try to modify this machine (including modification of the protective cover and
safety cover) as this can cause injury and accidents.
Altering this machine in any way will void the warrant. Orec America Inc. will bear no
responsibility for damage or injury caused by alterations or modifications.
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Do not automatically change or tamper with the safety apparatus. Inspections should be
performed periodically to ensure the safety apparatus is working correctly.
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For reasons of safety, use OREC's recommended accessories and attachments that are best
suited to the ground you are working on and the type of work you are performing.
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This machine can not be ridden -- do not try to ride it or allow children or pets to ride on it. This
can cause injury to people/pets and damage to the machine.
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Wear suitable clothing when operating this machine. Please wear the following items to protect
against injury and reduce the possibility of accidents.
Long sleeves, long pants
Protective glasses
Non-slip shoes
Gloves
Helmet
Ear protectors
In particular, avoid wearing items such as cuffs, hems of loose clothing, and jewelry. Such items
can become entangled in the machine, causing injury and accidents. Long hair should be tied
up inside a helmet.
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Ensure that no part of your body comes into contact with the moving blades of this machine
There is the possibility of serious injury such as the severing of hands and feet.
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Be sure that there are no people, animals or vehicles close by. Not taking these precautions can
avoid injury and accidents.
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Before you start mowing, remove any rocks or branches that could be thrown and cause injury to
bystanders or damage to the machine.
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Use this machine during daylight or with sufficient artificial light. Do not operate this machine at
night when poor visibility will not allow you to have a complete grasp of your surroundings. Not
being able to notice dangerous objects and bystanders is a common cause of injury and
accidents.
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DO NOT operate this machine in places where there are dangerous drops, ditches or
embankments. Accidents can be caused by the machine tipping over.
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Do not use this machine on wet grass. It is easy to slip on wet grass, causing injury and
accidents.
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Caution during operation
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During operation, blades, chains and belts are hidden by a cover, be sure to keep hands and feet
well away. The engine is also hot. Therefore touching these parts can cause serious injury such
as the severing of hands and feet.
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During operation, the rotating blades come right to the edge of the blade cover.
DO NOT
put your hands inside the cover to try to clear grass, etc. Not taking these precautions can cause
injury.
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Make sure the front guard is properly attached before operation.
DANGER
WARNING
DANGER
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