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IV. SERVICE
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care
in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of
ignition.
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Use only approved gasoline container.
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Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running.
Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Never fuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an
open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater
or other appliances.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer
bed with plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle when filling.
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Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel
such equipment with a portable container, rather than from
a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
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Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.
GENERAL SERVICE
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Never operate machine in a closed area.
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Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in
safe working condition.
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Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
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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.
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If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
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Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
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Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute
frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended
parts, when necessary.
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Mower blade is sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
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Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
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Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating.
Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
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Never carry passengers.
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Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
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When loading or unloading this machine, do not exceed the
maximum recommended operation angle of 15°.
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Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while
operating this machine, including (at a minimum) sturdy
footwear, eye protection, and hearing protection. Do not
mow in shorts and/or, open toed footwear.
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Vibration levels reported in this manual are not adjusted for
worker exposure to vibrations. Employers should calculate
the 8-hour equivalent exposure values (A(8)) and limit worker
exposure accordingly.
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Always let someone know you are outside mowing.
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