d. Keep t henozzle i ncontact with therim ofthefuel
tank orcontainer opening atalltimes until fueling
iscomplete. DO not u seanozzle l ock-open
device.
e. Extinguish allcigarettes, cigars, pipes a nd other
sources ofignition.
f. Never fuel m achine indoors.
g. Never remove gas caporadd fuel w hile the
engine i shot o rrunning. Allow engine t ocool a t
least t wominutes before r efueling.
h. Never over f illfuel t ank. F illtank tonomore than
Y_ inch below bottom offiller n eck t oallow space
forfuel e xpansion.
i. Replace gasoline capand tighten s ecurely.
j. Ifgasoline isspilled, wipe itofftheengine a nd
equipment. Move unit t oanother area. W ait 5
minutes before s tarting t heengine.
k. Toreduce firehazards, keep machine free of
grass, leaves, orother debris b uild-up. Clean up
oilorfuel s pillage andremove any fuel s oaked
debris.
L Never store t hemachine orfuel c ontainer inside
where t here isanopen flame, spark o rpilot l ight
asonawater heater, space h eater, furnace,
clothes d ryer orother g asappliances.
m. Allow amachine tocool atleast 5 minutes before
storing.
General Service
1.
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, and deadly gas.
2.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain
the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
3.
Periodically check to make sure the blades come to
complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after
operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades
do not stop within the this time frame, your unit should be
serviced professionally by an authorized dealer.
4.
Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to
wear during normal operation. Adjust/service as required.
5.
Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually
inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent,
cracked).
Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment
manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this
manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications
may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety!"
6.
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,
and use extra caution when servicing them.
7.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
8.
Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other
safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
9.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine.
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair
the damage before starting and operating.
10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the
machine while the engine is running.
11. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are
subject to wear and damage which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection,
frequently check components
and replace immediately
with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts
only, listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not
meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise
safety!"
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-
speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum
safe operating speed of the engine.
13. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas,
oil, etc. to protect the environment.
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who
read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions
in this manual and on the machine.