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SAFE MOWING GUIDE
Use only original equipment or approved sub- in the reinis nofun and it isdangerous.Always
stitutionsas service parts. Ifyou need profes- seek shelter in an electricalstorm. In extreme-
sional service, select a shop that is an ly dry mowing conditions, your safetyglasses
Authorized Service Center for your brand of can serve a dual purpose by protecting your
mower. If you plan toservice the unityourself, eyes fromdust and thrownobjects, also a dust
follow directions in the Instruction Book. or pollen mask can be helpful.
As you mow, remember children and pets are
sometimes attracted to the activity. Be espe-
cially carefulwhen trimmingaround shrubbery
or when backing up. If at all possible, don't
mow when moving backwards. It isdangerous
because vision is restricted. Also, blades are
designed to cut while the unit is moving for-
ward so cutting performance is reduced when
mowing in reverse.
Never leave the mower running and unat-
tended. Shut off the engine. Put the mower in
a position so that it can not roll If the unit is
self-propelled, make sure the drive control is
disengaged.
When mowing, be aware of yourcondition and
the weather conditions. After mowing a long
time, you will be tired. This is the time when
reactions slow down, your attention wanders;
the time when you are wide open for an acci-
dent. Take a short break. If temperatures are
high, take precautions to avoid becoming de-
hydrated. If you are angry, tired, or unable to
give your full attention to mowing, if you have
been consuming alcohol, medicines, or drugs,
do not use your mower or any type of power
equipment.
If weather conditions become worse while you
are cutting, stop and finish later. Cutting grass
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Your mower isequippedwith a numberof safe-
ty features whichare important to the safety of
the operator and bystanders and must never
be altered or removed. If a safety feature be-
comes inoperable,lost,or damaged, itmust be
repairedor replaced before the mower isused.
Engine speed is a key to safe mowing and a
nice lookinglawn. The maximum speed ofthe
engine on your mower has been set at the fac-
tory. Do notchangethe engine governorin any
way.
Select the maximum engine and ground speed
that is right for the terrain and the height of
grass. You get the best cutting and bagging
performance when using a grass catcher by
operating the engine at maximum speed. Nev-
erwalk fastor runjust to get thejob done soon-
er. On inclines, reduce ground speed and
exercise extreme care.
It is best to mow only during daylight hours;
however, ifyou must mow in the lateafternoon
or evening, make sure there is good artificial
light.
Your mower willrequire maintenance including
service and adjustments before and after use
as with any machine. The frequency of the
maintenance is generally based on hours of
use, however,the frequency can vary because
of mowing conditions. Check the Instruction
Book for more detailed instructions. Proper
maintenance protects your investment in the
mower and helps insure that it will function
safely and reliably.
Never attempt any
service (with the pos-
sible exceptionofcar-
buretor adjustment) /_
with the engine run-
ning.After turning the
engine off, always
disconnect the spark
plug wire to prevent
accidental restarting
while the unit is being
serviced.
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