Manual
IMPORTANTOPERATORSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS(Continued)
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
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7. Remove gas-poweredequipment from the vehicle or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather
than a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
8. DO NOTstart gas poweredequipment in enclosed
vehicles or trailers.
9. Keepthe nozzlein contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. DO
NOTusea nozzle lock-open device
10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
11. DO NOToverfill a fuel tank. Replacefuel cap and tighten
securely.
OPERATION
1. DO NOTput hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keepclearof discharge areawhile engine is running.
2. STOPenginewhen crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads, and under any conditions where thrown objects
might be a hazard.
3. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
4. DO NOToperate mower while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
5. After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates
abnormally, STOPthe engine, disconnect and secure spark
plug wire. Inspect the mower for any damage and repair the
damage before starting.
6. DO NOTmow near drop offs, ditches or embankments.
Operator could lose footing or balance.
7. STAYALERTfor holes and other hidden hazards.Tall
grass can hide obstacles. Keepawayfrom ditches,
washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects.
8. DO NOTmow on wet grass. Always be sure of your
footing. Keepa firm hold on the handleand walk, never run.
Slipping could cause injury.
9. ALWAYSstay behind handlewhen engine (motor) is
running.
10. DO NOTleavethe machinewith the engine running.
STOPBLADEand STOPENGINEbefore leaving the
operators position for any reason.
11. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting make certain
engine, blade and all moving parts haveSTOPPED.
Disconnect and secure spark plug wire awayfrom plug to
prevent accidentalstarting.
12. STOPengineand wait until the bladecomes to
complete STOP before removing grass bag and/or clearing
grass.
13. DO NOToperatemower without the entire grass
catcher,or guards in place discharge guard, rearguard or
other safety devices in place and working. DONOTpoint
discharge at people,passing cars, windows or doors.
OPERATION
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14. DO NOTdischarge material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back towards the
operator.
15. Slow down before turning.
16. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
17. DO NOToperateengine in enclosedareas. Engine
exhaust gasescontain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.
18. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.
See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and
installation of accessories.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. DO NOTstore mower or fuel container inside where
fumes may reachan open flame, spark or pilot light such as
in awater heater,furnace, clothes dryer or other gas
appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in
an enclosure. Store fuel container out of reachof children
in awell ventilated, unoccupied building.
2. Keepmower and engine free of grass, leavesor excess
grease to reduce fire hazardand engine overheating.
3. When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved
container outdoors and away from open flame.
4. Keepall bolts, especially bladebolts, nuts and screws
properly tight. Checkthat all cotter pins are in proper
position.
5. Always provide adequate ventilation when running
engine. Engineexhaust gasescontain carbon monoxide, a
deadly poison.
6. Serviceengine and makeadjustments only when engine
is stopped. Removed spark plug wire from spark plug and
secure wire awayfrom spark plug to prevent accidental
starting.
7. DO NOTchange engine governor speedsettings or
overspeed engine.
8. Checkgrass bag assembly frequently for wear or
deterioration to avoid thrown objects and exposure to
moving parts. Replacewith new bag if loose seams or tears
are evident. Replaceslider or bag adapter if broken or
cracked.
9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or
wear heavy leathergloves and use CAUTIONwhen handling
them.
10. DO NOTtest for spark by grounding spark plug next to
spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine.
11. Havemachine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER
dealer at least once ayear and havethe dealerinstall any
new safety devices.
12. Use only genuine SNAPPERreplacement parts to
assure that original standards are maintained.
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