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SERVICE NOTES

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DANGER: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throwing

objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious injury

or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions on the machine and in the manual

before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts

or under the machine. Keep clear of the

discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up

and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders

before operating. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and behind

before and while backing.

• Never direct discharged material toward

anyone. Avoid discharging material

against a wall or obstruction. Material may

ricochet back toward the operator. Stop

the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.

• Do not operate machine without the entire

grass catcher, discharge chute, or other

safety devices in place and working.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blade, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting.

• Disengage blade when not mowing. Shut

off engine and wait for all parts to come

to a complete stop before cleaning the

machine, removing the grass catcher, or

unclogging the discharge chute.

• Operate machine only in daylight or good

artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading

the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Always wear eye protection when operat-

ing machine.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related inju-

ries. These operators should evaluate

their ability to operate the riding mower

safely enough to protect themselves and

others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass , leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch hot

exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not

allow the mower deck to plow leaves or

other debris which can cause build-up to

occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before

operating or storing the machine. Allow

machine to cool before storage.

WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci-

den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing,

ad just ing or making repairs, always dis con-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it can not contact spark plug.

WARNING: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the rid-

ing mower.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle com po nents

contain or emit chem i cals known to the State

of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects

or oth er re pro duc tive harm.

WARNING:This unit is not intended

for the use of wheel weights. Only use

attachments designed specifically for this

riding mower.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth

defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

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