English-7SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety InstructionsThese instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET ANDTHROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULDRESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.General Operation• Read, understand, and follow allinstructions on the machine and in themanual before starting.• Do not put hands or feet near rotatingparts or under the machine. Keep clearof the discharge opening at all times.• Only allow responsible adults, who arefamiliar with the instructions, to operatethe machine.• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,toys, wire, etc., which could be picked upand thrown by the blades.• Be sure the area is clear of bystandersand pets before operating. Stop machineif anyone enters the area.• Never carry passengers. The machine isonly intended for use by one person.• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutelynecessary. Always look down and behindbefore and while backing.• Never direct discharged material towardanyone. Avoid discharging materialagainst a wall or obstruction. Materialmay ricochet back toward the operator.Stop the blades when crossing gravelsurfaces.• Do not operate machine without theentire grass catcher, discharge guard, orother safety devices in place and working• Slow down before turning.• Never leave a running machineunattended. Always turn off blades, setparking brake, stop engine, and removekeys before dismounting.WARNING!This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. Itconcerns your safety.8011-512Read the operator’s manual before starting themachine8011-513Clear the area of objects before mowing8011-520Never take passengers