_DANGER:
This
cutting
machine
is capable
of amputating
hands
and feet and
throwing
objects.
Failure
to observe
the following
safety
instructions
could result
in serious
injury
or death,
_WARNING:
In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting
when
setting
up, transporting,
adjusting
or making repairs, always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.
_,WARNING:
Do not coast down a hilt in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor,
_WARNING:
Tow only the attachments
that are recommended
by and comply
with
specifications
of the manufacturer
of your
tractor.
Use common
sense
when
towing.
Operate
only at the lowest
possible
speed
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while
on a slope,
is dangerous.
Tires
can lose
traction
with the ground
and cause you to
lose control of your tractor.
_WARNING:
Engine
exhaust,
some
of
its constituents,
and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals
known to the
State of California
to cause cancer and birth
defects
or other reproductive
harm.
_WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and
related
accessories
contain
lead and lead
compounds,
chemicals
known to the State of
California
to cause cancer and birth defects
or other
reproductive
harm. Wash
hands
after
handling.
!. GENERAL
OPERATION
•
Read, understand,and
follow all instruc-
tions on the machine
and in the manual
before
starting.
•
Do not put hands
or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine.
Keep clear
of the discharge
opening
at all times.
•
Only allow
responsible
adults, who are
familiar
with the instructions,
to operate
the machine.
•
Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which
could be picked
up and thrown
by the blades.
•
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders
before operating. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
•
Never carry passengers.
•
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary.
Always look down and behind
before
and while backing.
•
Never direct discharged
materialtoward
anyone.
Avoid
discharging
material
against
a wall
or obstruction.
Material
may ricochet
back toward the operator.
Stop the blades
when
crossing
gravel
surfaces.
°
Do notoperate
machinewithoutthe
entire
grass catcher, discharge
guard, or other
safety devices
in place and working.
.
Slow down before
turning.
•
Never
leave
a running
machine
unat-
tended. Always
turn off blades, set park-
ing brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting.
•
Disengage
blades
when
not mowing.
Shut off engine
and wait for all parts to
come to a complete
stop before cleaning
the machine,
removing
the grass catcher,
or unclogging
the discharge
guard.
.
Operate
machineonly
in daylightorgood
artificial
light.
.
Do not operate
the machine while under
the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
•
Watch for traffic when operating
near or
crossing
roadways.
•
Use extra care when loading or unloading
the machine
into a trailer or truck.
•
Always wear eye protection
when operat-
ing machine.
.
Data indicates
that
operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved
in a large
percentage
of riding mower-related
inju-
ries. These
operators
should
evaluate
their ability to operate
the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves
and
others from serious
injury.
.
Follow
the
manufacturer's
recommen-
dation
for
wheel
weights
or counter-
weights.
.
Keep
machine
free
of grass
, leaves
or other
debris
build-up
which
can
touch
hot exhaust
/ engine
parts and
burn.
Do not allow the mower
to plow
leaves or other debris which can cause
build-up
to occur, Clean
any oil or fuel
spillage
before
operating
or storing
the
machine.
Allow
machine
to cool before
storage.
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