Manual
English-12
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Check the fuel level before each use and 
leave space for the fuel to expand, 
because the heat from the engine and 
the sun may otherwise cause the fuel to 
expand and overflow.
General Maintenance
• Never operate machine in a closed area.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure 
the equipment is in safe working 
condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check 
their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or 
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel 
spillage and remove any fuel-soaked 
debris. Allow machine to cool before 
storing.
• If you strike a foreign object, stop and 
inspect the machine. Repair, if 
necessary, before restarting.
• Never make any adjustments or repairs 
with the engine running.
• Check grass catcher components and 
the discharge guard frequently and 
replace with manufacturer’s 
recommended parts, when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade 
or wear gloves, and use extra caution 
when servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust 
and service as required.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction 
labels, as necessary.
• Do not modify safety equipment. Check 
regularly to be sure it works properly. 
The machine must not be driven with 
defective or unmounted protective 
plates, protective cowlings, safety 
switches, or other protective devices.
• Do not change the settings of governors 
and avoid running the engine with overly 
high engine speeds. If you run the 
engine too fast, you risk damaging the 
machine components.
• Be very careful when handling battery 
acid. Acid on skin can cause serious 
corrosive burns. If you spill battery acid 
on your skin, rinse immediately with 
water.
WARNING!
The battery contains lead and 
lead compounds, chemicals that 
are considered to cause cancer, 
birth defects, and other 
reproductive system damage. 
Wash your hands after handling 
the battery.
Always use protective glasses 
when handling the battery.
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Never drive the machine in an enclosed space










