Hustler Turf FASTRAK 60 - Manual (Page 7)

602900 2-1 REV F
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message
intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL
SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal
operation and servicing of this equipment.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information.
IMPORTANT calls attention to special mechanical information
and NOTE emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
All operators and mechanics should read this manual, and be
instructed about safe operating and maintenance procedures. If
the operators or mechanics cannot read and understand English,
it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them.
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with
these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety
alert symbol “”, which means DANGER or WARNING -
“personal safety instructions.” Failure to comply with the
instructions may result in personal injury or death.
Incorrect usage of this mower may result in severe injury.
Personnel operating and maintaining it should be trained in
the proper use and should read the manuals completely and
thoroughly before attempting to set-up, operate, adjust, or
service this mower.
Safety And Instructions Decals
The decals are designed to give the operator brief information
needed in the daily operation and service of the mower. These
decals are not intended to be used in place of this manual but
instead are to be used as an extension of this manual. These
decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace these
decals if they become unreadable.
• It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the
operators and mechanics read and understand this manual
and all decals before operating this mower.
• It is also the owner’s responsibility to make certain that
the operators and mechanics are qualified and physically
able individuals, properly trained in the operation of this
equipment.
• All operators and mechanics must become familiar with
the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls
and decals.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for acci-
dents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people or
property.
• The owner should also ensure that the operators/mechan-
ics know that they are responsible for their own safety as
well as the safety of other persons within the vicinity.
Remember, the operator is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
The following illustrations show the various safety decals that
are located on the mower. A brief explanation, for those
requiring one, is shown to help the operator understand the
meanings of these decals.
DANGER
– denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
– denotes a hazard or unsafe practice which COULD
result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
Specific safety warning decals are located on the equip-
ment near the immediate areas of potential hazards. These
decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace
them if they become non-readable.
• Read Operator’s Manual and Safety Warning Decals before
attempting to operate this machine.
• Do not smoke while refueling.
• Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill tank with engine running
or while the engine is hot.
• Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building.
• Store away from open flame or spark if there is fuel in tank.
• Clean up any gasoline spills.
• Do not refuel while in enclosed trailer or other enclosed areas.
• Maximum of 10% ethanol (E10) in fuel. Fuels with greater than
10% ethanol, (such as E15, E20 and E85) voids warranty. Fuels
with greater than 10% ethanol are not approved for use and
such illegal use could cause equipment failure and pose a fire
hazard.
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