Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
MXAL42363—UN—22MAY13
The machine safety labels shown in this section are placed in important
areas on your machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards.
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION are used with this safety-alert symbol. DANGER identies the
most serious hazards.
The operator’s manual also explains any potential safety hazards
whenever necessary in special safety messages that are identied with
the word, CAUTION, and the safety-alert symbol.
Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Use this operator’s manual for
correct safety sign placement.
There can be additional safety information contained on part and
components sourced from suppliers that is not reproduced in this
operator’s manual.
Spanish Safety Signs and Operator’s Manual
Spanish versions of the operator’s manual and safety signs are available
for this machine through authorized John Deere dealers. See your John
Deere dealer.
NOTE: Both text and pictorial labels are shown below. Your machine will
only be equipped with one of these types of labels.
Warning MX4878
GXAL41946—UN—04MAR13
• Read and follow Operating Instructions before running engine.
• Gasoline is ammable. Allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes before
refueling.
• Engines emit carbon monoxide, DO NOT run in enclosed area.
DANGER
GXAL41947—UN—04MAR13
ROTATING BLADE
• Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is running.
DANGER - M89504
GXAL41948—UN—04MAR13
ROTATING BLADE
• Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is running.
THROWN OBJECTS
• Before mowing, clear area of objects that may be thrown by blade.
• Do not operate mower without discharge chute or entire grass catcher
in place.
DANGER
GXAL41949—UN—04MAR13
ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
• Do not mow when children or others are around.
• Do not mow in reverse.
• Look down and behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children even with blades off.
DANGER M128699
GXAL41950—UN—04MAR13
Located on battery
• Shield eyes, explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.
• No sparks, ames, smoking.
• Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe burns.
• Flush eyes immediately with water. Get medical help fast.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not tip.
• Keep vent caps tight and level.
Safety Labels—Text
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