HTC 968 999732 - Manual (Page 6)

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SAFETY
CAUTION
WARNING
Look for this symbol to point out important
safety precautions. It means CAUTION!
BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED.
CAUTION
In order to prevent accidental starting when
setting up, transporting, adjusting or making
repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire
and place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals know to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
• NEVER allow children to operate the machine.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers or children even with the
blades off.
• Do not drive in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall off and be
seriously injured or interfere with safe machine
operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of another responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the
area.
• Before and when backing, look behind and down
for small children.
• Mow up and down slopes (10° Max), 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 a slow speed while on slope or hill.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage
blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,
turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS