Operator`s manual
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL OPERATION
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and •
in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference
and for ordering replacement parts.
Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how •
to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
Neverallowchildrenunder14yearsoldtooperatethismachine.•
Children14yearsoldandovershouldreadandunderstandthe
operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should
be trained and supervised by a parent.
Neverallowadultstooperatethismachinewithoutproper•
instruction.
Tohelpavoidbladecontactorathrownobjectinjury,keep•
bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the
machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters
the area.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. •
Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other foreign
objectswhichcouldbepickedupandthrownbytheblade(s).
Thrownobjectscancauseseriouspersonalinjury.
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward •
roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharg-
ing material against a wall or obstruction which may cause
discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation •
andwhileperforminganadjustmentorrepairtoprotectyoureyes.
Thrownobjectswhichricochetcancauseseriousinjurytothe
eyes.
Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and •
shirts.Loosefittingclothesandjewelrycanbecaughtinmovable
parts.Neveroperatethismachineinbarefeetorsandals.
Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and •
do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without the
discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting •
deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.
A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact •
orthrownobjectinjuries.
Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads •
and while not cutting grass.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. This •
machine is not intended for use on any public roadway.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol •
or drugs.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.•
Nevercarrypassengers.•
Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up slowly. •
Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a
back-over accident.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING
Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to
persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instruc-
tions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
WARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not
followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of
yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with
theseinstructionsmayresultinpersonalinjury.Whenyouseethis
symbol,HEEDITSWARNING!
DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the safe opera-
tion practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment,
carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious
injury.Thismachineiscapableofamputatingfingers,hands,toes
and feet and throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety
instructionscouldresultinseriousinjuryordeath.