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The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEi stan-
dard B71.1-2003.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and of
throwing objects. Failure to observe the foll owing safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
General Operation
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in
the manual(s) before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine.
• Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to
operate this machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., which could
be thrown by the blade. Stay behind the handle when the engine is
running.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating.
• Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always
wear substantial footwear.
• Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely nece ssary. Always
look down and behind before and while moving backward.
• Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging
material against a wall or obstruction. Mate rial may ricochet back
toward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge
guard, rear guard, or other safety protective devices in place and wor-
king.
• Never leave a running machine unattended.
• Stop the engine and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop
before cleaning the machine, removing grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge guard.
• Operate machine only in daylight.
Do not operate this machine while under the inuence of alcohol or
drugs.
• Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing;
walk; never run.
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