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FOR YOUR PROTECTION
Thoroughly read and understand the “Safety Label” section, read all instructions noted on them.
SHUTDOWN AND STORAGE
• Lower mower to the ground, remove from the loader. Put loader in park, turn off engine,
and remove the key.
• Detach and store mower in an area where children normally do not play.
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
• Be prepared if a fire starts.
• Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
• Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital, and fire department near the
phone.
WEAR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
• Wear protective clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose-fitting
clothing.
• Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss. Wear
suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.
• Operating equipment safety requires the full attention of the operator. Avoid wearing
radio headphones while operating machinery.
AVOID HIGH-PRESSURE FLUIDS HAZARD
• Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing severe injury.
• Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines or performing
work on the system.
• Ensure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying pressure to the system.
• Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check for suspected leaks.
• Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic
systems.
• If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Remember, any fluid injected into the skin
must be treated within a few hours, or gangrene may result.