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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.
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.
• Never leave a running machine unattended.
Always turn off blades, set parking brake,
Read the operator’s manual before starting the machine
Clear the area of objects before mowing
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WARNING!
This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized.
It concerns your safety.