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Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has special
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are
signal words used to identify the level of hazard.
However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information.
Important
calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note: emphasizes general
information worthy of special attention.
Safety
This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1998
specifications of the American National Standards
Institute, in effect at the time of production. However,
improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety alert
symbol, which means
CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal
safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury or death.
Safe Operating Practices
The following instructions are from ANSI standard
B71.1—1998.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
General Operation
•
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
operator ’s manual and on the machine before starting.
•
Allow only 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 blade.
•
Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.
•
Never carry passengers.
•
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.
•
Be alert, slow down and use caution when making
turns. Look behind and to the side before changing
directions.
•
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and
remove key before dismounting.
•
Turn off blades when not mowing.
•
Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or
unclogging the 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.
