Fuel safety
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use
the product.
WARNING:
is very flammable, and can cause injury
and damage to property.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Do not remove fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running or while hot.
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Do not refuel indoors or in enclosed spaces.
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Do not store the product or fuel container, or
refuel, where there is an open flame, spark, or
pilot light such as on a water heater or other
appliance.
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If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
and avoid creating any source of ignition until
fuel vapors have dissipated.
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To help prevent fires: keep product free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build up; clean up oil or
fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris;
allow product to cool before storing.
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Use extra care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
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Gasoline and gasoline fumes are poisonous and
very flammable. Be careful with gasoline to
prevent injury or fire.
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Let the engine become cool before you refuel.
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Do not fill fuel near sparks or naked flames.
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If there are leaks in the fuel system, do not start
the engine until the leaks are repaired.
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Do not fill above recommended fuel level. The
heat from the engine and the sun makes the fuel
expand and the fuel overflows if the tank is filled
too much.
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Store the product and fuel in such a way that
there is no risk that fuel leaks or fumes can
cause damage.
Transport safety
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Use an approved transport vehicle for
transportation of the product.
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A markets national or local regulations can set
limit to the transportation of the product.
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The operator of the transport vehicle is
responsible to attach the product safely during
Transportation on page 27 .
transport. Refer to
Hauling
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Use full width ramps for loading and unloading a
product for transport.
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Towing safety
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Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for
weight limits for towed equipment and towing on
slopes.
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Only use tow equipment approved by RedMax.
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Use the tow bar to attach the equipment.
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Make sure that no other persons are near the
product when you tow equipment.
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Do not let children or others in or on the towed
equipment.
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Do not tow on slopes or rough ground. The
weight of the towed equipment can cause loss of
traction and loss of control.
Battery safety
WARNING:
cause an explosion and cause injury. If
the battery has a deformation or is
damaged, speak to an approved
RedMax service agent.
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use
the product.
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Use protective glasses when you are near
batteries.
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Do not wear watches, jewelry or other metal
objects near the battery.
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Keep the battery out of reach for children.
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Charge the battery in a space with good airflow.
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Keep flammable materials at a minimum
clearance of 1 m when you charge the battery.
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Discard replaced batteries. See
page 28 .
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Explosive gases can come from the battery. Do
not smoke near the battery. Keep the battery
away from open flames and sparks.
Safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use
the product.
WARNING:
and can cause injury or damage to
property or the adjacent area. Do not do
maintenance on the engine or the cutting
deck without these conditions:
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The engine is off.
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The product is parked on a level
surface.
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The parking brake is applied.
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The ignition key in stop position and
removed.
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The blades are disengaged.
A damaged battery can
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