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SAFETY
WARNING
Failure to comply with the following instruc-
tions may result in serious injury to the op-
erator or other persons. The owner must
understand these instructions, and must
allow only persons who understand these
instructions to operate the mower. Each
person operating the mower must be of
sound mind and body and must not be un-
der the influence of any mind altering sub-
stance.
TRAINING:
1. Read this manual carefully and question your
dealer if something is not clear.
2. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
proper use of the equipment.
3. Never allow children, teenagers, or people un-
familiar with these instructions to use the
mower.
4. Do not mow while people, particularly children,
or pets are nearby.
PREPARATION:
1. The use of personal protective equipment such
as (but not limited to) protection for the
eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended.
2. Never operate the mower without proper
guards, covers, safety switches and devices
in place and properly functioning. Inspect
these items daily for their condition and proper
operation. If the condition or operation of any
of these devices is questionable they must be
replaced or repaired before using the mower.
3. Thoroughly inspect the area to be mowed and
remove all stones, sticks, wire and other de-
bris that may be thrown by the mower. Also
note or mark other obstacles such as holes,
stumps, etc..
4. Do not operate the mower when barefoot or
wearing open shoes. Always wear substantial
footwear and long pants.
5. Fill gas tank before starting mower. DO NOT
SMOKE near gasoline containers. Do not fill
gas tank indoors or when engine is hot or run-
ning. Clean off any spilled gasoline before start-
ing the mower.
6. Never attempt to make any adjustments (even
the smallest) when engine is running.
7. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
8. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing; keep a firm grip on the
handle and walk, never run.
OPERATION:
1. Do not change engine governor settings or
over speed the engine.
2. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from
rotating parts when operating mower.
3. Disengage blade drive when crossing gravel
drives, walks, roads or under any condition
where thrown objects might be a hazard.
4. After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates
abnormally, stop the engine and disconnect
the spark plug. Inspect the mower for any
damage and repair the damage.
5. Stop the engine and wait for the blades to stop
rotating whenever you leave the operating
position for any reason, including emptying the
grass catcher or making any adjustments or
repairs.
6. Mow across slopes, never up and down. Use
caution when changing direction on slopes.
Always turn uphill. Do not mow very steep
slopes. Do not use sulky on any slopes.
7. When parking mower, stop engine and lock the
drive levers up in the thumb latches. Apply park
brake to prevent rolling. Never park mower on
a slope.
8. NEVER OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, WITH
ENGINE RUNNING, IN AN ENCLOSED OR
CONFINED AREA WITHOUT PROPER
VENTILATION OF THE ENGINE EXHAUST.
MAINTENANCE:
1. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to keep
mower in safe operating condition.
2. Never store the mower with gas in the tank
inside a building where fumes can reach an
open flame or spark. Allow engine to cool
before storing in an enclosure.
3. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
4. Check grass catcher assembly frequently for
wear or deterioration. Replace bag if loose
seams or tears are evident.