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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.
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.
ALWAYS be sure of your footing. Keep a firm hold on
handlebar. Walk, NEVER run.
DO NOT operate on wet grass.
Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an
accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility
and light.
Read the entire Owner/Operator manual and other
training material. If the operator or the mechanic
cannot read the manual, it is the owner’s responsibility
to explain it to them. Only the user can prevent and is
responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.
• Only trained adults may operate or service unit
• Training includes actual operation
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near
unit.
Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.
Never carry passengers.
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, protective gloves and
footwear.
NEVER wear open sandals or canvas shoes during
operation.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be
thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts can cut off fingers
or a hand. Wrap blade(s), wear sturdy gloves and use
extreme caution when servicing. On multi-blade
mowers, rotation of one blade will cause all blades to
rotate.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating
parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body
parts.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from
operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to
maintain, adjust or service.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is
running.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Tie back hair
that may get caught in rotating parts.
Keep children and people away from unit during
operation.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always
provide good ventilation.
Thrown objects can cause injury and property damage.
DO NOT point discharge at anyone or discharge
directly onto paved or gravel surfaces.
Always stand clear of the discharge area when
operating this unit.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
manual and on the machine before starting.
Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an Emergency
• Braking and steering characteristics
• Turning radius and clearance
ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and
panels in good repair, in place and securely fastened.
NEVER modify or remove safety devices.
ALWAYS keep discharge cover or complete grass
catcher in place and in proper working condition.
Check steering control operation frequently. Adjust and
service as required.
Safety Interlock System must function properly. DO
NOT operate unit if operator presence control is
damaged or disabled.
If you strike an object, or if equipment vibrates
abnormally, stop engine at once, disengage PTO, wait
for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Check for
any damage or loose parts. Repair before restart.
Before starting engine: disengage PTO, engage
parking brake and place unit in neutral.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT change
engine governor settings or over-speed engine. Slow
down and turn corners slowly.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use. DO
NOT raise deck with blades running. ALWAYS turn off
power to attachment when travelling, crossing
driveways, etc.
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.
DO NOT try to stabilize unit by putting foot on ground
when operating with applicable riding attachments.