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SAFETY RULES
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4Rk Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers a
IMPORTANT: 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.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
manual and on the machine before starting.
• Only allow responsible aduifs, who are familiar wifhthe
instructions, tooperate the machine.
• Ciearthe area ofobjects suchas rocks,toys, wire, etc.,
whichcould be picked up and thrown by the blade.
• Be surethe area isclear ofotherpeople before mowing.
Stop machine ifanyone enters the area.
• Nevercarry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always lookdown and behindbeforeand while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not "
point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.
• Slowdown beforetuming.
• Neverleave a runningmachine unattended. Alwaystum
offblades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclog-
gingchute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Donotoperatethe mechinewhile under theinfluence of
alcoholor drugs.
• Watch for trafficwhen operating near or crossing road-
ways.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
intoa trailer or truck.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,
are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-
related injuries. These operators should evaluate their
ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to
protectthemselves and others from serious injury.
• Keep machinefree ofgrass, leaves orother debris build-
upwhich can touch hotexhaust/engine partsand bum.
Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other
debris which can cause build-upto occur. Clean any oil
orfuel spillage before operating orstoringthe machine.
Allow machine to cool before storage.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto loss-of-controland tipover
accidents,whichcan resultinsevereinjuryor death. All slopes
requireextracaution.If youcannotbackuptheslopeorifyoufeel
uneasyonit, do notmow it.
DO:
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a lowgear sothat you willnot
have to stop or shift while on the slope.
• Followthe manufacturer's recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach-
ments. These can change the stability ofthe machine.
Keepallmovementontheslopesslowand gradual Do not
make suddenchangesin speed or direction.
• Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengagethebladesand proceedslowlystraightdownthe
slope. 2
DO NOT:
• Do not turnon slopes unless necessary, and then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drep-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The mowercould suddenlytum overifawheel isoverthe
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
• Donotmow onwet grass. Reduced tractioncouldcause
sliding.
• Do not tryto stabilize the machine by puttingyour foot
onthe ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not alert tothe
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine offifchildrenenter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind and down for
small children.
• Nevercarrychildren. TheymayfaUoffandbeseriously
injured or interfere withsafe machineoperation.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Useextracare when approaching blindcomers, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
- Use only.an approved container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine tocool beforerefueling. Donot
smoke.
- Never refuelthe machine indoors.
- Never storethe machine orfuel containerinsidewhere
there is an open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed area.
• Keep nuts and bolts,especially bladeattachment bolts,
tightand keep equipment ingood condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operationregularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean oilorfuel spillage. Allowmachinetocool
before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment ifyou strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
• Grass catcher components are subjectto wear, dam-
age, and deterioration,whichcouldexpose movingparts
or allowobjectsto bethrown. Frequentlycheck compo-
nents and replace with manufacturer's recommended
parts,when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharpand cancut. Wrapthe blade(s)
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required.