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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATION
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3. Data indicates that operators age 60 and above, are
involved in a large percentage of mower-related injuries.
These operators should evaluate their ability to operate
the mower safely enough to protect themselves and oth-
ers from serious injury.
4. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and
vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel contain-
er. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine run-
ning. Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and
cool. Clean spilled fuel from machine. DO NOT smoke.
5. Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to learn
controls and develop skills.
6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such
as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could
cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing.
Check for overhead clearances before driving under any
objects.
7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediately
STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if anyone
enters the area.
8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and
other safety devices frequently for proper operation and
location.
9. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if
damaged.
10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses,
long pants and substantial footwear.
11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in prepara-
tion for emergencies.
12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
13. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of
wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent
injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn
spots.
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive
1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
2. Use only an approved fuel container.
3. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine run-
ning. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
4. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.
5. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a
water heater or other appliances.
6. DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the contain-
ers on the ground away from the vehicle before filling.
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
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7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or trail-
er and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel equipment using a portable container, rather than a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed vehi-
cles or trailers.
9. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
DO NOT use a nozzle lock-open device.
10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten
securely.
OPERATION
1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keep clear of
discharge opening at all times.
2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. Make sure
blades are OFF and parking brake is set.
3. DO NOT leave machine with engine running. STOP
engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and Remove key before
leaving operators position of any reason.
4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated, with
seat belt securely fastened and adjusted to a snug fit, and
with feet on feet rests or pedal(s).
5. STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure blades have
stopped before removing grass catcher or unclogging
mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.
6. Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. Set
blades in highest position when mowing over rough
ground.
7. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades under-
neath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground while BLADES
are ON or machine is in motion.
8. DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher or
guards in place and working. DO NOT point discharge at
people, passing cars, windows or doors.
9. Keep roll bar raised and locked at all times unless
absolutely necessary. When roll bar is folded, do not use
seat belt. Raise roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
10. Slow down before turning.
11. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
12. STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction.
Inspect machine and repair damage before resuming
operation.
13. Operate machine only in daylight or with good artificial
light.
14. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to maintain control
during speed and directional changes.
15. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit loads to
those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch
plate as specified with SNAPPER attachment instruc-
tions.