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1.4.4 Use EXTREME caution when mowing and/or turning on slopes as loss of traction
and/or control could occur. Mow across slopes with walk behind mowers, never
up and down. Loss of control and/or loss of operator’s footing could result in a fall
with an arm or leg getting under the mower or engine deck and sustaining serious
injury. Drive slower on slopes. Progressively greater care is needed as the slope
increases. DO NOT operate on slopes greater than 20 degrees. Watch for
ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises, which can cause erratic handlebar
movement and loss of footing. Keep away from drop-offs and steep banks. Avoid
sudden starts. Look down and behind you before and while moving backwards.
DO NOT mow slopes when grass is wet - slippery conditions create hazardous
footing, affect steering, and reduce traction and braking. The operator is
responsible for safe operation on slopes. See inside back cover to determine the
approximate slope angle of the area to be mowed.
1.4.5 Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other than grass, if mower must be tilted
for transportation, and when transporting the mower to and from the area to be
mowed.
1.4.6 Never operate the mower with defective guards, shields, or covers. Always have
safety shields, guards, switches, and other devices in place and in proper working
condition.
1.4.7 Do Not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Operating
an engine at excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal injury.
1.4.8 Place speed control levers in neutral lock position, disengage PTO, and engage
park brake before starting engine.
1.4.9 Start the engine carefully with feet well away from blades.
1.4.10 Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts while the mower is being
operated.
1.4.11 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove plug wire(s) or
remove ignition key:
• Before checking, cleaning, or working on the mower.
• After striking a foreign object (inspect the mower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the mower).
1.4.12 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop:
• Before clearing blockages.
• Whenever you leave the mower.
• Before removing the grass catcher.
• Before refueling.
• Before making height adjustments.
1.4.13 Before stopping the engine, return the throttle control to the idle position for about
one minute to allow the engine to cool down.
1.4.14 The fuel system is provided with a shut-off valve. The fuel shut-off valve is used to
shut off the fuel when:
• The machine will not be used for a few days.
• During transport to and from the job.
• When parking inside a building.
1.4.15 This mower was designed for one operator only. Keep all others away from mower
during operation.
1.4.16 Do Not mow without the grass deflector or entire grass collection system in place
and in proper working condition.