MTD 030 thru 062 - Manual (Page 3)

SAFE OPERATIONS PRACTICES (continued)
3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for
small children.
4. Never allow children under age 14 to operate the mower.
5. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child or
hazard.
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 gas cap or add fuel while the engine is run­
ning, Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refuel­
ing.
c. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled
gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or
explosion.
d. Extinguish ail cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of
ignition.
e. Never refuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will
accumulate in the area.
f. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there
is an open flame or spark such as a gas water heater, space
heater, or furnace.
2. Never run an engine inside a closed area.
3. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to
cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
4. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade
and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug
wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting.
5. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals
for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage
{e.g., bent, cracked). Replace with blade which meets original
equipment specifications.
6. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.
7. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
8. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire
from the spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating the
mower.
9. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment
while the engine is running.
10. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and
deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects
to be thrown. For safe^ protection, frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended
parts, when necessary.
11. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
12. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the
engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT
OPERATE MOWER UNLESS REARTRAILING
SHIELD AND THIS GUARD OR ENTIRE
GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
FIGURE 1.—Warning Label
A DANGER
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
■ KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM
ROTATING PARTS
> REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN
BY THE BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION.
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES
■ DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN DR
OTHERS ARE AROUND.
■ USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES. DO NOT
MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15‘ MOW
ACROSS. NEVER UP AND DOWN NEVER
PULL MOWER CLOSE TO YOUR FEET LOOK
DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE
MOVING BACKWARDS.
^ MAX 15
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (BLADE CONTROL,
TRAILING SHIELD. DISCHARGE COVER, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING. |
FIGURE 2.—Safe Operation Label
A
WARNING — YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,
understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this
manual and on the machine.