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WARNING
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless,
poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,
fainting, or death.
4. Note all slopes and drop-offs.
DANGER
Operating on slopes, or near water, or drop-offs can result in
loss of control and roll-over.
• Mow up and down slopes not across.
• Reduce speed and be careful on slopes.
• Do not operate on slopes over 10 degrees, which is a 3.5
foot rise over a 20 foot length.
• Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance
around water, retaining walls, or drop-offs.
• Avoid mowing wet grass.
• Do not operate machine under any condition where
traction, steering, or stability is in question. Tires could
slide even if the wheels are stopped.
• Avoid starting and stopping on slopes.
• Avoid making sudden changes in speed or direction.
• Make turns slowly and gradually.
• Be careful while operating machine with a grass catcher
or other attachment(s). They can affect the stability of the
machine.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes (refer to
Towed Equipment ).
5. Be sure the operating area is clear of bystanders, especially
children.
DANGER
This rider mower is capable of amputating hands and feet.
• Stop the mower when children or others are near.
• Keep children out of the operating area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult.
• Do not carry passengers, especially children, even with
the blade(s) shut off. Children can fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with the safe machine operation.
Children who have been given rides in the past can
suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and
be run over or backed over by the machine.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that obscure vision.
Safety Interlock System Tests
This machine is equipped with a Safety Interlock System. Do
not attempt to bypass or tamper with the switches/devices.
WARNING
If the machine does not pass a safety test, do not operate the
machine. See an authorized dealer.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:
• PTO switch is ON, OR
• Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake OFF).
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank and start if:
• Operator is sittig in seat, AND
• PTO switch is OFF, AND
• Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON).
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat.
Test 4 — Check Mower Blade Stopping Time
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete
stop within five seconds after electric Power Take-Off (PTO)
switch is turned OFF. If mower drive belt does not stop within
five seconds, see an authorized dealer.
Test 5 — Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) Check
• Engine should shut off if reverse travel is attempted if the
Power Take-Off (PTO) has been switched on and Reverse
Mowing Option (RMO) has been activated.
• Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) light should illuminate when
RMO has been activated.
DANGER
Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders. Tragic
accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence
of children. Never activate the Reverse Mowing Option (RMO)
if children are present. Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity.
Engine
Check and Add Engine Oil
Use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best
performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable
if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do not use
special additives.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for
the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the
outdoor temperature range expected.
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