English-9SAFETYThese instructions are for your safety. Read themcarefully.IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE ISCAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET ANDTHROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVETHE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULDRESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.General OperationRead, understand, and follow all instructions 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 dischargeopening at all times.Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar•with the instructions, to operate the machine.Clear the area of rocks, toys, wire and such•objects that could be picked up and thrown bythe blades.Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before•operating. Stop machine if anyone enters thearea.Never carry passengers. The machine is only•intended for use by one person.Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely•necessary. Always look down and behindbefore and while backing.Never direct discharged material toward•anyone. Avoid discharging material against awall or obstruction. Material may ricochet backtoward the operator. Stop the blades whencrossing gravel surfaces.Do not operate machine without the entire•grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safetydevices in place and workingSlow down before turning.•Never leave a running machine unattended.•Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stopengine, and remove keys before dismounting.Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut•off engine and wait for all parts to come to acomplete stop before cleaning the machine,removing the grass catcher, or unclogging thedischarge guard.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.8011-512Read the operator’s manual before starting the machine8011-513Clear the area of objects before mowingWARNING!This symbol means that important safetyinstructions need to be emphasized. Itconcerns your safety.