Move the speed-control lever forward; the
engine should shut of f.
Unlatching the Seat
T o unlatch the seat, remove the bolt and the pin on
the left side of the seat ( Figure 14 ).
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Figure 14
1. Bolt and pin
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety Information
The operator must use their full attention when
operating the machine. Do not engage in any activity
that causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur .
W ARNING
Operating engine parts, especially the mufer ,
become extremely hot. Severe burns can
occur on contact and debris, such as leaves,
grass, brush, etc. can catch re.
• Allow engine parts, especially the mufer ,
to cool before touching.
• Remove accumulated debris from mufer
and engine area.
W ARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless deadly poison that can
kill you.
Do not run engine indoors or in a small
conned area where dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes can collect.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or
herself, other people or property .
• This mower was designed for one operator only .
Do not carry passengers and keep all others away
from machine during operation.
• Do not operate the machine under the inuence
of alcohol or drugs.
• Operate only in daylight or good articial light.
• Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If
lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the area,
Do not operate the machine; seek shelter .
• Use extra care while operating with accessories or
attachments, such as grass collection systems.
These can change the stability of the machine
and cause a loss of control. Follow directions for
counter weights if required.
• Keep away from holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, and
other hidden hazards. Use care when approaching
blind corners, shrubs, trees, tall grass or other
objects that may hide obstacles or obscure vision.
Uneven terrain could overturn the machine or
cause the operator to lose their balance or footing.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake
is engaged before starting engine. Use seat belts
with the roll bar in the raised and locked position.
• Start the engine carefully according to instructions
with feet well away from the blades.
• Never operate the mower with damaged guards,
shields, or covers. Always have safety shields,
guards, switches and other devices in place and in
proper working condition.
• Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
Never mow with the discharge door raised,
removed or altered unless there is a grass
collection system or mulch kit in place and working
properly .
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
If possible, Do not make adjustments with the
engine running.
W ARNING
Hands, feet, hair , clothing, or accessories
can become entangled in rotating parts.
Contact with the rotating parts can
cause traumatic amputation or severe
lacerations.
– Do not operate the machine without
guards, shields, and safety devices in
place and working properly .
– Keep hands, feet, hair , jewelry , or
clothing away from rotating parts.
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