Poulan 165370 - Manual (Page 2)

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sible adults, who are familiar with the
in the manual
instructions, to operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
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• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop
rrischine if anyone enters th© area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
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• Stow down before turning.
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• Mo»' only in daylight or good artificial light.
® Dc not opt-rate »he niachido while under the influence of
alci.T'ol or 'Jrugc
® Wsf' h for traffic v^hen pp»r»i!og near or crossing roadways.
® Us V txt-'a care when loading or unloading the machine into
a trailer or truck.
il. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to ¡oss-of-controi and
iipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
Ail slopes require extra caution, if you cannot back up the
slope or if you fee! uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO:
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use .‘lowspeed ChoosoalowgearsothaS w-uwillnothave
to c-t'ip or shift wl'ii© on ihe slope
ri II.-.« the mshulaiiiirerto lecciiTinithd‘¡ions for wheel
Vi.iijfit. » 1 couniu. weighls to iriipro'/e '■icJtilit/.
Use t 4ra cart' vnth gra;' crttln-i r or other attachments.
Tf-es ' ar< char.ito the st >1:11!'.' o-i fh- tiw'hiti'/.
K(,e|' li movemoiii on tht sit-f
:icvy oikl y idual. Do not
to- "-uddoti cnunges in speei - ji difeotion
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the
slope.
DO NOT;
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, 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 ma i.ice by putting your foot on the
ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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 .-Dill tehoLl hih^ ,1! VHii. i(t 'indlitu.f rtiie WdirnilJ-
care of another responsible adult.
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look behind an ! down foi small
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® Nc-ver .'vri-/ ■-'hildreri. They may fall ait and be seriously
injurcfi 0 1 interfere witti eafe machine operation.
® Never children to operate the machine.
•
Use extra tHfe when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
tree-s or other obieots that may obccuro vision.
I¥. SERVICE
•
Use extra care in handling gasoline and otherfuels. They are
flammabife and vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never rcimove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there IS an open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a dosed area,
• Keep nui3 and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight
and keep equipmemit in good condition.
• fJever tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and
deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow
objects to be thrown. Frequently check components
and
replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec­
essary.
® Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.
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for this symbo! to point out im­
portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug
wire and place wire where it cannot contact
spark plug in order to prevent accidental
siarting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs.
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WARNING
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The engine exhaust from this product con­
tains chemicais known to the State of Califor­
nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductiwe harm.