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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
3. See the Practice Operation section of this manual for further instructions.
General Operation
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the mower and in the manual(s) before attempting
to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference by each
operator and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the mower and disengage
the controls quickly.
3. Do not allow anyone to operate or maintain this mower who has not read the manual. Never permit
children under the age of 16 to operate this mower.
4. Do not remove any shields, guards, labels or safety devices. If a shield, guard, label or safety device is
damaged or does not function, repair or replace it before operating the mower.
5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at
least 75 feet (22.9 meters) from the mower while it is in operation. Stop mower if anyone enters the
area.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones,
toys, and other foreign objects that could be picked up and thrown by the blade(s). Thrown objects can
cause serious personal injury.
7. Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved by the mower manufacturer.
8. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and
the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged
material to ricochet back toward the operator.
9. Always wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, long
pants, gloves, hearing protection , safety shoes, hard hat) when operating or maintaining this
mower. Long hair, loose fitting clothing or jewelry may get entangled in moving parts. Follow all
federal, state and local guidelines regarding the use of personal protective equipment.
10. For extended use of this product, hearing protection is recommended.
11. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not
operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place.
12. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can
amputate hands and feet.
13. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries.
14. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting grass.
15. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. This mower is not intended for use on
any public roadway.
16. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
17. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
18. Never carry passengers.
19. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over
accident.
20. Slow down before turning. Operate the mower smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. Be
aware of your direction of travel to avoid accidents.
21. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait until the blade(s) come to a complete
stop before removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris,
or making any adjustments.
22. Never leave a running mower unattended. Always stop on level ground, turn off blade(s), place drive
speed control levers in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before leaving the
operator position.
23. Use extra care when loading or unloading the mower on a trailer. The mower should not be driven on
unstable, unsecured or inadequate ramps because the mower could tip over causing serious personal
injury.
24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches, wires, door
openings etc., where the operator may be struck which could result in serious injury.
25. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.
26. Disengage the blades, set the parking brake to the ‘on’ position and make sure the speed control
levers are in the neutral position before attempting to start the engine. Only start the engine from
the operator’s position.
27. Do not attempt to mow unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Dry grass or
leaves may contact the engine exhaust and/or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential
fire hazard.
28. Do not stop or park the mower over dry leaves, grass, debris or other combustible material.
29. Never attempt to operate the mower without the mowing deck attached; the mower could tip over.
30. Keep the mower and especially the engine exhaust system and hydraulic components clean and free
of grease, grass and leaves to reduce the potential for overheating and fire.
31. Allow the mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
32. Use only accessories and attachments approved for this mower by the mower manufacturer. Read,
understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment.
33. Data indicates that operators, age 65 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding
mower-related injuries. Operators should evaluate their ability to operate this mower safely enough
to protect themselves and others from serious injury.
34. Do not operate or start mower if there is fuel or oil leaks; repair immediately.
WARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol. HEED
ITS WARNING!
WARNING
California Proposition 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
DANGER
This mower was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in
serious injury. This mower is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Training
1. Only allow operators who are responsible, trained, familiar with the instructions, and physically capable to operate the mower.
2. Be familiar with the areas in which the mower is to be used. Walk all areas to be mowed, evaluate slopes and other terrain and look for obstacles to be avoided to ensure safe operation before you mow.
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