Locke C-125 - Manual (Page 6)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This Safety Alert Symbol means:
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The Safety Alert Symbol identifies important safety
messages in manuals and on equipment safety signs. To
avoid possible injury or death, follow the equipment and
manual’s safety instructions.
In addition to the design and configuration of equipment,
hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper
raining of personnel in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of equipment.
Read the operator’s manual for your safety and
understanding of the equipment. Store the manuals in a
safe and accessible location for your future reference.
TRAINING
1. Read the operating and service instruction manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with controls and the
proper use of the equipment.
2. Never allow children to operate a power mower.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires,
bones, and other foreign objects.
2. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial
footwear.
3. Check the fuel before starting the engine. Do not fill
the gasoline tank indoors, when the engine is
running, or while the engine is still hot. Wipe of any
spilled gasoline before starting the engine.
4. Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive
clutch on units so equipped before starting the en-
gine.
5. Never attempt to make a height adjustment while the
engine is running.
6. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
7. Never operate the equipment in wet grass. Always
be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the
handle and walk; never run.
OPERATION
1. Do not change the engine governor settings
or over speed the engine.
2. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotat-
ing parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening
at all times.
3. Stop the blades when crossing gravel drives,
walks, or roads.
4. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the wire from the spark plug, thor-
oughly inspect the mower for any damage,
and repair the damage before restarting and
operating the mower.
5. If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is gener-
ally a warning of trouble.
6. Stop the engine whenever you leave the
equipment, before cleaning the mower, and
when making any repairs or inspections.
7. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the blades and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
keep the wire away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting,
8. Do not run the engine indoors.
9. Shut the engine off and wait until the blades
come to a complete stop before removing the
grass catcher.
10. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes. Do not mow
excessively steep slopes.
11. Never operate the mower without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective
devices in place.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Check the engine mounting bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness.
2. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
3. Never store the equipment with gasoline in
the tank inside a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark. Allow the
engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
4. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
SOME ILLUSTRATIONS MAY SHOW SHIELDS
OR COVER PANELS REMOVED FOR CLARITY.
NEVER OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT ALL SHILDS
AND COVER PANELS IN PLACE.
CAUTION
SECTION 1—SAFETY
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