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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Instructions
These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.
General Use
• Read all instructions in this operator’s manual
and on the machine before starting it. Ensure
that you understand them and then abide by
them.
• Learn how to use the machine and its con-
trols safely and learn how to stop quickly. Also
learn to recognize the safety decals.
• Only allow the machine to be used by adults
who are familiar with its use.
• Make sure nobody else is in the vicinity of the
machine when you start the engine, engage
the drive, or run the machine.
• Make sure animals and people maintain a safe
distance from the machine.
• Stop the machine if someone enters the work
area.
• Clear the area of objects such as stones, toys,
steel wire, etc. that may become caught in
the blades and thrown out.
• Beware of the discharge deck and do not point
it at any one. Do not use the machine without
the discharge deck in place.
• Stop the engine and prevent it from starting
before you clean the discharge deck.
• Remember that the operator is responsible
for dangers or accidents.
• Never take passengers. The machine is only
intended for use by one person.
• Always look down and behind before and dur-
ing reversing maneuvers. Keep a look out for
both large and small obstacles.
• Slow down before turning.
• Shut down the blades when not mowing.
8011-512
Read the operator’s manual before starting the machine.
8011-513
Clear the area of objects before mowing.
8011-520
Never take passengers.
WARNING!
This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It
concerns your safety.