Cub Cadet 190-291-100 - Manual (Page 4)

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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
DO NOT:
Do not turn on slopes unless absolutely necessary. If
necessary, turn slowly and gradually across and down
slope, if possible.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments.
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.
Do not use the optional grass catcher on steep slopes.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and in
watchful care of an adult other than the operator.
2. Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter
the area.
3. Before and when backing up, look behind and
down for small children.
4. Never carry children, even with the blades off.
They may fall off and be seriously injured or may
interfere with safe machine operation.
5. Never allow children under 14 years old to
operate the machine. Children 14 years and older
should only operate the machine under close
parental supervision and proper instruction.
6. Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure
your vision of a child or other hazard.
7. Remove the key when the machine is left
unattended to prevent unauthorized operation.
IV. SERVICE
1. Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.
a. Use only an approved container.
b. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the en-
gine hot or running. Allow the engine to cool at
least two minutes before refueling.
c. Replace the fuel cap securely and wipe off any
spilled fuel before starting the engine as it may
cause a fire or explosion.
d. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and oth-
er sources of ignition.
e. Never refuel the machine indoors because fuel
vapors will accumulate in the area.
f. Never store the fuel container or machine
inside where there is an open flame or spark,
such as a gas hot water heater, space heater
or furnace.
2. Never run a machine inside a closed area. Engine
exhaust fumes can be lethal.
3. To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine free of
grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up
oil or fuel spillage. Allow the machine to cool at
least 5 minutes before storing.
4. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, stop the
engine and remove key. Make certain the blades
and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wires and move them away from
the spark plugs to prevent accidental starting.
5. Frequently check all nuts, bolts and screws for
proper tightness to ensure the equipment is in
safe working condition, especially the blade nuts.
Also visually inspect blades for damage (e.g.,
excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace only
with blades that meet original equipment
specifications.
6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly. Use all guards as
instructed in this manual.
7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the wires from the spark plugs and
thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
Repair the damage before restarting and
operating the mower.
8. Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For
your safety, frequently check the components
and replace with manufacturer’s recommended
parts when necessary.
9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution
when servicing blades.