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SAFETY

SAFETY - 5

the job. Only use accessories and attachments ap-

proved by the manufacturer.

Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety

glasses and hearing protection. Long hair, loose cloth-

ing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.

Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used

and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire

which can be thrown by the machine.

Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are ﬂammable and vapors are explosive.

a. Use only an approved container.

b. Never remove gas cap or add fuel when engine

is running. Do not smoke.

c. Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.

Check that the operator’s presence controls, safety

switches and shields are attached and functioning

properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning

properly.

Operating Safely

Never run an engine in an enclosed area where dan-

gerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes

and hidden hazards.

Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is

engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from

the operator’s position. Use seat belts if provided.

Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to

travel in the recommended direction on hillsides. For

this machine, drive across hillsides, not up and down.

Turf conditions can affect the machine’s stability. Use

caution while operating near drop-offs.

Slow down and use caution when making turns and

when changing directions on slopes.

Never raise deck with the blades running.

Never operate with the PTO shield, or other guards, not

securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are attached,

adjusted properly, and functioning properly.

Never operate with the discharge deﬂector raised,

removed or altered, unless using a grasscatcher. Do

not operate mower without discharge chute or entire

grasscatcher in place.

Do not change the engine governor setting or

overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at exces-

sive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury.

Stop on level ground, lower implements, disengage

drives, engage parking brake, and shut off engine

before leaving the operator’s position for any reason

including emptying the grasscatchers or unclogging the

chute.

Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking ob-

jects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make neces-

sary repairs before resuming operations.

Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.

Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of

a clear path.

Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders

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away.

Slow down and use caution when making turns and

crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if not mow-

ing. Watch for trafﬁc when operating near or crossing

roadways.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not

point it at anyone.

Do not operate the machine while under the inﬂuence

of alcohol or drugs.

Use care when loading or unloading the machine into

or off of a trailer or truck.

Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure hardware

is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or

missing parts. Be sure guards and shields are in good

condition and fastened in place. Make any necessary

adjustments before you operate.

Before using, always visually inspect to see that the

blades, blade bolts and the mower assembly are not

worn and damaged. Replace worn and damaged

blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

Keep safety labels visible when installing accessories

and attachments.

Do not wear radio or music headphones. Safe service

and operation require your full attention.

When machine is left unattended, stored, or parked,

lower the mower deck unless a positive mechanical

lock is used.

Using a Spark Arrestor

The engine in this machine is not equipped with a spark ar-

restor mufﬂer. It is a violation of California Public Resource

Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on or near

any forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land

unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arres-

tor meeting any applicable local or state laws. Other states

or federal areas may have similar laws.

A spark arrestor for your machine may be available from

your authorized dealer. An installed spark arrestor must be

maintained in good working order by the operator.

Checking Mowing Area

Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and

attachments are needed to properly and safely perform

the job.

Clear mowing area of objects that might be thrown.

Keep people and pets out of mowing area.

Study mowing area. Set up a safe mowing pattern. Do

not mow where traction or stability is doubtful.

Test drive area with mower lowered but not running.

Slow down when you travel over rough ground.

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