Yazoo/Kees ZMKW48172 - Manual (Page 9)

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SAFETY
These instructions are for your safety. Read them
carefully.
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS
CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND
THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
General Operation
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on •
the machine and in the manual before starting.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or
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under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
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with the instructions, to operate the machine.
Clear the area of rocks, toys, wire and such
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objects that could be picked up and thrown by
the blades.
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before
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operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the
area.
Never carry passengers. The machine is only
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intended for use by one person.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
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necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
Never direct discharged material toward
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anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back
toward the operator. Stop the blades when
crossing gravel surfaces.
Do not operate machine without the entire
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grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety
devices in place and working
Slow down before turning.
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Never leave a running machine unattended. •
Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop
engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut
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off engine and wait for all parts to come to a
complete stop before cleaning the machine,
removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge guard.
Operate machine only in daylight or good
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artificial light.
Do not operate the machine while under the
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influence of alcohol or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating near or
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crossing roadways.
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Read the operator’s manual before starting the machine
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Clear the area of objects before mowing
WARNING!
This symbol means that important safety
instructions need to be emphasized. It
concerns your safety.