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WORK SAFELY - FOLLOW THESE RULES
The designed and tested safety of this
machine depends on it being operated
within the limitations as explained
in this manual. Read manual before
operating.
TRAINING
• Safety instructions are important! READ THIS
MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES.
• Know your controls and how to stop machine,
engine and mower deck quickly in an emer-
gency.
• To avoid accident or injury, do not allow anyone
to operate this machine without proper instruc-
tion. Any person who operates this machine
MUST be instructed in and capable of the safe
operation of the unit and all controls.
• Do not allow children or unqualifi ed individu-
als to operate machine.
PREPARATION
• Always wear relatively tight and belted
clothing to avoid entanglement in moving
parts. Wear sturdy, rough soled work shoes.
Never operate machine in bare feet, sandals or
sneakers.
• This machine produces sound levels in excess
of 85 dBA at the operator ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of expo-
sure. Wear hearing protection when operating
this machine.
• Walk around machine and visually inspect for
damaged, loose, or missing components. Do
not operate unless all components are properly
mounted, adjusted and in good working condi-
tion.
• Ensure all safety switches function properly.
See Operation section for details.
• Ensure all safety shielding is in good condition
and properly installed.
• Ensure either the discharge shield, restriction
plate, or complete vacuum attachment is in-
stalled.
• Ensure OPS is in good condition and installed
properly. Never modify OPS with holes,
notches or welding. If OPS is damaged, it
must be replaced.
• Check brake action before you operate. Adjust
or service brakes as necessary.
• Ensure all safety decals are installed and in
good condition.
• Remove accumulated debris from machine to
avoid fi re hazard.
• Inspect area to be cut removing stones, branches
and other debris that might be thrown causing
injury or damage.
• Evaluate the terrain to determine what acces-
sories and attachments are needed to properly
and safely perform the job.
• Low-hanging branches and similar obstacles
can injure the operator or interfere with mowing
operation. Before mowing, identify potential
obstacles such as low-hanging branches, and
trim or remove those obstacles.
• Never permit any person, other than the opera-
tor, to ride or board the mower at any time.
• Operate only in daylight or good artifi cial light.
FUEL HANDLING SAFETY
• In certain conditions, gasoline, ethanol, die-
sel and other types of fuel are extremely
fl ammable and highly explosive. A fi re or
explosion from fuel can burn you and others
and can damage property.
• Fill the fuel tanks outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any fuel
that spills.
• Do not remove the fuel cap if the engine or
fuel tank is hot. Allow several minutes to
cool.
• Remove the fuel cap slowly to release any
pressure from the fuel tank.
• Do not fill the fuel tanks completely full.
Add fuel to the tank until the level is .25" to
.5" (6 mm to 13 mm) below the bottom of
the fi ller neck. This empty space in the tank
allows fuel to expand.
• Never smoke when handling fuel, and stay
away from an open flame or where fuel
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store fuel in an approved container and keep
it out of the reach of children. Never buy
more than a 30-day supply of fuel.
• Always place fuel containers on the ground
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