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2. BEFORE STARTING THE LAWN MOWER
2.1. Set up an operation plan with sufficient time al-
lowance. A tight plan may result in unexpected
accidents. Especially when operating the lawn
mower under extremely hot, cold, or humid cir-
cumstances, set up an operation schedule or
method which will ensure operational safety.
2.2. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Mowing in the dark may cause unexpected ac-
cidents.
2.3. Thoroughly inspect the mowing area and re-
move all objects from the mowing area that the
lawn mower can throw, such as stones, toys,
sticks, and wires, which may lead to serious
accidents.
2.4. Ensure that there are no people or pets in the
area where you will mow. Keep children out of
the mowing area and under the watchful care
of a responsible adult.
2.5. Do not operate the lawn mower unless the op-
erator’s presence controls, safety switches, and
guards are attached and functioning properly.
2.6. Start the engine from operator’s seat.
2.7. Before starting the engine, make sure that ev-
erything is safe around the lawn mower and put
the traction drive in neutral, apply the parking
brake or parking lock, and disengage the cut-
ting unit(s). Otherwise, unexpected accidents
may occur.
2.8. Start the engine with the starter switch only.
Never attempt to start the engine by shorting
the terminals, or the lawn mower may move
abruptly, and result in unexpected accidents.
2.9. Do not run the engine in an enclosed area
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect. Sufficient ventilation should be provided
when starting the engine in an enclosed area.
2.10. Make sure of safety around the lawn mower
and move slowly when starting. Abrupt starting
may cause unexpected accidents.
2.11. Become familiar with the operation, particularly,
the stopping of the lawn mower. You should
be skilful enough to be able to stop the lawn
mower at will.
2.12. Use only attachments and accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer and install and op-
erate them as directed.
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