• Stoptheblade(s)whencmseinggravel •
ddvas, walks, or roads.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equipment, before cleaning •
the mower or unclogging the chute.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait •
until the blade comes to complete stop
before removing grass catcher.
= Mow only in d_ight or good artificial
light.
•Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle and walk; never
run.
•Disengage the self-propelled mecha-
nism or drive clutch on mowers so
equipped before starling the engine
(motor).
•If the equipment should stad to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor)
and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
•Always wear safety goggles or safety
glaSSes with side shields when
operating mower.
II, SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip
and fall accidents which can result in
severe injury. All slopes require extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on aslope, do
r_otmow iL
DO:
•Mow across the face of slopes: never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
•Do not trim near drep-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.
•Do not tdm excessively steep slopes.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
footing could cause slipping.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not sled to the presence ot children.
Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
Keep children out of the trimming area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
Be alert and tum machine off if children
enter the area.
Before and while walking backwards,
It>ok behind and down for small
children.
•Never allow children to operate the
machine,
•Use extra care when approaching blind
comerS, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
IV. SERVICE
• Usa extra care in handling gasoline
and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.
-Use only an approved container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
- Never refuel the machine indoors.
-Never store the machine or itJel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
•Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
•Never =make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away trom the plug to prevent acciden-
tal starting.
•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment botts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.
•Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debds build-up. Clean 0il or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to c001 before
storing.
•Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restading.
* Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine (motor) is
running.
• Grass catcher components are subiect
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary,
•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
•Do not change the engine governor
3 setting or ovarspead the engine.
