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2.9 SAFETY RULES

Walk Around Inspection

Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work

area to understand:

• Work area.

• Your unit.

• All safety decals.

Work Area

ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances

carefully before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic

when operating along streets or curbs.

ALWAYS keep hands and feet within the limits of the

unit.

Keep children, people, and animals away. Keep

children out of work area and under watchful care of a

responsible adult.

Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and

debris. Stay alert for hidden hazards.

DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always

provide good ventilation.

Unit

ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and

panels in good repair, in place and securely fastened.

NEVER modify or remove safety devices.

Check Safety Interlock System for proper operation

daily (see Operation section). Do not operate unless

system operates properly.

Operation

Understand:

• How to operate all controls

• The functions of all controls

• How to STOP in an Emergency

• Speed ranges

Before starting engine, disengage auxiliary power.

Always back up slowly. Always look down and behind

before and while backing.

Never leave a running unit unattended. ALWAYS shut

off auxiliary power, lower throttle setting, and stop

engine before leaving unit. ALWAYS remove key to

prevent unauthorized use.

Never carry passengers on any part of unit.

Avoid uneven and rough terrain. DO NOT operate near

drop offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly

turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or

if an edge caves in.

ALWAYS operate unit in good visibility and light.

Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors can explode.

Use ONLY approved fuel containers.

NO Smoking!

NO Sparks!

NO Flames!

Allow engine to cool before servicing.

NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running, hot, or unit

is indoors.

Abnormal Vibrations are a warning of trouble. Striking a

foreign object can damage unit. Stop unit and engine.

Wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove wire from

spark plug. Inspect unit and make any necessary

repairs before restart.

Hazardous Slopes

DO NOT operate on steep slopes. Avoid operating on

slopes. When you must operate on a slope, travel up

and down the slope. Never operate cross a slope.

Never operate on a slope greater than 10 degrees.

If tires lose traction, turn off auxiliary power and

proceed slowly straight down slope. Avoid wet

surfaces.

Avoid parking on a slope. If necessary, use wheel

chocks.

DO NOT leave unit unattended on a slope. ALWAYS

use wheel chocks when leaving unit.

Child Safety

NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near

unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.

Personal Safety

Read and obey all warning, caution, and instructions

on the unit and in provided manuals.

• Only trained adults may operate unit.

• Training includes actual operation.

• Clearly understand instructions.

• Be alert! Conditions can change.

NEVER operate unit after or during the use of

medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires

your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.

NEVER allow anyone to operate the unit when their

alertness or coordination is impaired.

DO NOT operate unit without wearing adequate outer

garments. Wear adequate safety gear and protective

gloves. Wear proper footwear to improve footing on

slippery surfaces.

Protect eyes, face, and head from objects that may be

thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.

Avoid Sharp Edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving

parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand. Wear

gloves to service unit when handling sharp edges.

ALWAYS keep hands away from any pinch points.

ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all moving

parts during operation. Moving parts can cut off body

parts.

DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from

operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to

maintain, adjust, or service.

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