1. Safety Rules
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE
TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
I. TrainingIII. Operation
" Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the con trols " Do not operate the engine in a con ned space where
and the proper use of the equipment.dan ger ous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
" Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the ins truc -" Mow only in daylight or in good arti cial light.
tions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator." Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all blade
attachment clutches and shift into neutral.
" Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are
" Do not use on slopes of more than 10.
nearby.
" Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for " Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel
on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their overturning;
property.
- do not stop or start suddenly when going up or down-
" Do not carry passengers. hill;
" All drivers should seek and obtain professional and prac-- engage clutch slowly, always keep machine in gear,
ti cal instruction. Such instruction should em pha size:especially when traveling down hill;
- the need for care and concentration when work ing - machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and
with ride-on machines;during tight turns;
- control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will - stay alert for humps and hollows and oth er hidden
not be regained by the application of the brake.haz ards;
The main reasons for loss of control are:- never mow across the face of the slope, unless the
a) insuf cient wheel grip;lawnmower is designed for this pur pose.
b) being driven too fast;" Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
c) inadequate braking;- Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
d) the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;- Limit loads to those you can safely control.
e) lack of awareness of the effect of ground - Do not turn sharply. Use care when re vers ing.
conditions,especially slopes;- Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when sug-
f) incorrect hitching and load distribution. gest ed in the instruction hand book.
" Watch out for traf c when crossing or near roadways.
II.Preparation" Stop the blades from rotating before crossing surfaces
" While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long other than grass.
trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot " When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
or wearing open sandals.material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
" Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to machine while in operation.
be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by " Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards,
the machine.shields or without safety protective devices in place.
" WARNING - Petrol is highly ammable." Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
- Store fuel in containers speci cally de signed for this the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may
pur pose.increase the hazard of personal injury.
- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while re fu -" Before leaving the operators position:
el ing.
- disengage the power take-off and lower the at tach -
- Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove ments;
the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine
is running or when the en gine is hot.- change into neutral and set the parking brake;
- stop the engine and remove the key.
- If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the machine away from the area of spillage " Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and
and avoid cre at ing any source of ig ni tion until petrol dis con nect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition
vapors have dis si pat ed.key
- Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.- before cleaning blockages or unclogging chute;
" Replace faulty silencers.- before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn-
mower;
" Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or - after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower
for damage and make repairs before re start ing and
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts op er at ing the equip ment;
in sets to preserve balance.
- if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
" On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade im me di ate ly).
can cause other blades to rotate.
" Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
" Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment
- before refueling;
- before removing the grass catcher;
- before making height adjustment unless ad just ment
can be made from the op er a tors position.
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