Scotts SP6213 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Safety - 3
SAFETY
Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect
Children and Prevent Accidents
PROTECT CHILDREN:
Never assume that children will remain where you last
saw them. Children are attracted to mowing activity, stay
alert to the presence of children.
Keep children in the house when you are operating the
machine.
Turn machine off if a child enters the area.
Use extra care when you come to blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your vision.
DO NOT let children or an untrained person operate the
machine.
HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:
Be alert at all times, people especially children can
move quickly into the area before you know it.
Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads.
Shut off blades when you are not mowing.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating
blades.
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate for the job.
Do Not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing,
wearasuitableprotectivedevicesuchasearplugs.
Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep
area clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is
moving. Keep safety devices in place and in working
condition. Keep hardware tight.
To prevent them from getting caught, keep hands, feet,
clothing, jewelry, and long hair away from any moving parts.
Before servicing machine, disengage all power and stop
the engine. Let engine cool.
Securely support any machine elements that must be
raised for service work.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed.
Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
its function and safety.