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GENERAL OPERATION
1. Read this instruction manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it.
3. This machine is a precision piece of power equipment, not a plaything. Therefore, always exercise extreme
caution. This machine has been designed to perform one job: to cut out moss and weeds from the root.
Do not use it for any other purpose.
4. Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this machine. Children 16 and over should read and
understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and should be
trained and always supervised by an adult.
5. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use
this machine.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones,
toys, and other foreign objects, which could be tripped over or picked up and thrown by the machine.
Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.
7. Plan your working pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, pathways, bystanders, and the
like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction, which may cause discharged material to
ricochet back toward the operator.
8. To help avoid tine contact or a thrown object injury, stay in operator zone behind handles and keep
children, bystanders, helpers, and pets at least 6 metres from the machine while it is in operation. Stop
machine if anyone enters area.
9. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting trousers and shirts. Shirts and trousers that cover
the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this machine in bare feet,
sandals, slippery or light- weight (e.g. canvas) shoes.
10. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Always keep clear of discharge area, as the rotating
blades can cause serious injury.
11. Never operate the machine without proper shields, guards, control lever or other safety protective devices
in place and working.
12. Never operate the machine with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury.
13. Many injuries occur because of the blades being pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or
tripping. Do not hold on to the machine if you are falling; release the handle immediately.
14. Never pull the machine back towards you while you are walking. If you must back the machine away from
a wall or obstruction, first look down and behind to avoid tripping and then follow these steps:
A. Step back from the machine to fully extend your arms.
B. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
C. Pull the machine back slowly, no more than halfway towards you.
D. Repeat these steps as needed.
15. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
16. Never operate the machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious
personal injury. If you feel you are losing your footing, release the machine immediately.
17. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk, never run.
18. Stop the blades when crossing gravel drives, paths, or roads.
19. If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, stop and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
20. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury.
21. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. Contact your
nearest Approved Service Dealer for assistance
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on
slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, or it is greater than 15 degrees, do not scarify on it.
Do:
1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can
hide obstacles.
3. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing
your balance, release the handle.
Do Not:
1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments, you could lose your footing or balance.
2. Do not mow on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause slipping.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted
to the machine and the activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain
where you last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the working area and under care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
2. Be alert and stop the machine if a child enters the area.
3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for small children.
4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure your vision of a child who may run into the machine.
5. Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this machine. Children 16 and over should read and
understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and be
trained and supervised by an adult.
SERVICE
General Service:
1. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blades and all moving parts have stopped.
2. Check the blades at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blades for damage.
Replace with the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts
which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!”
3. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
4. Never tamper with safety devices. Check the correct operation regularly.
5. After striking a foreign object, stop and thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the
damage before starting and operating the machine.
6. Machine components, guards and shields are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace
immediately with original equipment manufacturers (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. “Use of
parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!”
7. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
8. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the
environment.