Use and Care Manual

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8011-041
The engine exhaust is poisonous. Never run the engine
indoors.
8011-091
Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals
considered to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. The
engine emits carbon monoxide, which
is a colorless, poisonous gas. Do not
use the machine in enclosed spaces.
Operating
Do not use the machine on grades of more than •
20°. We recommend working across slopes rather
than up and down. This will yield a more even
result. Do not leave the machine standing on a
slope unattended.
Do not use the machine if you are tired, if you •
have consumed alcohol, or if you are taking other
drugs or medication that can affect your vision,
judgment or co-ordination.
Never use the machine indoors or in spaces •
lacking proper ventilation.
Do not use the machine on any surface other than •
grass.
Make sure you have a proper foothold when using •
the machine, particularly when backing. Walk,
don’t run. Never work on wet grass. Poor traction
may cause you to slip.
Keep your hands and feet away from moving •
parts.
Keep your hands and feet away from the work •
tools.
Slow down and be especially careful on •
slopes. Make sure to run the machine in the
recommended direction on slopes. Be careful
when working close to sudden changes in level.
Smoking, open ames or sparks in the vicinity •
of the machine are strictly forbidden. Gasoline
is extremely ammable and carelessness in
handling can result in personal injury or re.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you run over or •
into anything. If necessary, make repairs before
beginning again.
Whatever happens, you should always park the •
machine on even ground, disengage the drive,
turn off the engine and wait until all moving
parts have stopped before leaving the operating
position behind the machine.
8011-289-1
Smoking near the machine is strictly prohibited.