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Warning - Engine
ASSEMBLY SAFETY RULES
Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in
Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly.
Failure to follow instructions could result in personal
injury and/or damage to unit.
ALWAYS remove key and wire from spark plugs on unit
before assembly. Unintentional engine start up can
cause death or serious injury.
Sharp edges can cut. Movement of parts can cut off
fingers or a hand. Wrap blade(s), wear sturdy gloves
and use extreme caution when working near blades.
Installing the grass catcher on your mower
requires the removal of the discharge chute
deflector. Retain discharge chute and
hardware in a safe location and reinstall
whenever operating unit without the grass
pump. DO NOT operate mower unless guards
are in place or grass pump and entire bagger
are attached.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY RULES
Walk Around Inspection
Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work
area to understand:
• Work area • Your unit • All safety decals
Work Area
ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully
before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when
operating along streets or curbs.
Keep children and people away. Keep children out of
work area and under watchful care of a responsible
adult.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near
unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and
debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.
Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid
uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for
hidden hazards.
Avoid uneven and rough terrain. DO NOT operate near
drop offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly
turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or
if an edge caves in.
Dust, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an
accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility
and light.
Personal Safety
Only trained adults may operate unit.
Training includes actual operation.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires
your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their
alertness or coordination is impaired.
Wear adequate safety gear and protective gloves.
Wear proper footwear to improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back
hair that may get caught in rotating parts.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be
thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts
can cut off fingers or a hand.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating
parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body
parts.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is
running.
ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit and engine,
remove key and allow moving parts to stop before
leaving operator’s position.
Operation
Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an Emergency
• Braking and steering characteristics
• Turning radius and clearances
NEVER operate bagger if the tractor’s safety interlock
system is not working properly.
Always be aware of maximum sweep of catcher when
turning. Always allow adequate clearance between
catcher, personnel and other objects when turning.
As grass catcher fills, be alert to changing unit stability
and control.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use.
ALWAYS disengage PTO, stop unit and engine,
remove key, engage parking brake and allow moving
parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT change
engine governor settings or over-speed engine. Slow
down before turning.
DO NOT mow near dropoffs, ditches or embankments.
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
DO NOT operate in poorly ventilated area.
DO NOT refuel while engine is running.
Make sure no flame/spark around during
refuel.
DO NOT touch exhaust system and
engine while hot.
DO NOT touch spark plug cap or high
tension cord during engine running.
*SEE YOUR OPERATOR’S MANUAL.