Operator's Manual
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• Wear appropriate clothing including hardhat, safety glasses, long pants, safety shoes,
and hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in
moving parts.
Operation
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Only operate in daylight, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
• Be sure the parking brake is engaged before starting the engine. Only start the
engine from the operator’s position.
• Never operate with the guards not securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are
attached, adjusted properly, and functioning property.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine.
• Engage the parking brake and shut off the engine before leaving the operator’s
position for any reason.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving blades.
• Make sure you have a proper foothold when using the machine, particularly when
backing.
• Walk, don’t run when moving machine on location.
• Never work on wet grass. Poor traction may cause you to slip.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path.
• Keep pets and bystanders away.
• Do not operate the machine under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure vision.
• Ensure that the area is clear of other people before operating the unit. Stop the unit if
anyone enters the area.