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• Mow across the face of slopes: NEVER up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could
cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• DO NOT mow near drop-os, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing
or balance.
• DO NOT mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a
slip and fall accident.
III. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the instruction
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.
• Allow only responsible adults 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. Stay behind the handles while the engine is running.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
• DO NOT operate the mower when barefoot or while wearing sandals. ALWAYS wear
substantial footwear.
• DO NOT pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. ALWAYS look down
and behind before and while moving backwards.
• 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 without the entire grass catcher, discharge chute or other
safety devices in place and working.
• See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accesso-
ries. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.
• NEVER leave a running machine unattended.
• Stop the engine (motor) and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before
cleaning the mower, 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.
• Disengage the drive system on mowers so it is equipped before starting the engine
(motor).
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