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Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol identifies safety information
about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word
(DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert
symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of
injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent
the type of hazard.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information considered important but not
hazard-related.
California Proposition 65
WARNING
Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
• Always start and operate the engine in a well ventilated
area.
• If in a enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
• Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust system.
• Do no idle the engine except as necessary.
For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov/diesel
Operating Safely
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to
obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe
personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage
to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of
amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
The safety alert triangle ( ) in text signifies important
cautions or warnings which must be followed.
Operating Safety
Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of
lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and
manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for
safety.
Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained.
Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to
train yourself.
Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is
misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous!
Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of
those around you.
Use common sense, and think through what you are doing.
If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can
be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a
professional: contact your local authorized dealer.
Read the Manual
The operator’s manual contains important safety information
you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as
well as DURING operation.
Safe operating techniques, an explanation of the product’s
features and controls, and maintenance information is
included to help you get the most out of your equipment
investment.
Be sure to completely read the Safety Rules and Information
found on the following pages. Also completely read the
Operation section.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur with children. Do not allow them
anywhere near the area of operation. Children are often
attracted to the unit and mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them. If there is a risk
that children may enter the area where you are mowing, have
another responsible adult watch them.
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