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SAFETY
Safety Instructions
These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.
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.
WARNING!
This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized.
It concerns your safety.
General Operation
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions
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. The machine is only
intended for use by one person.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
• Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet
back toward the operator. Stop the blades
when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate machine without the entire
grass catcher, discharge guard, or other
safety devices in place and working
• Slow down before turning.