Snapper RE110 Operater's Manual - Page 5

Operator Safety Protection against Tipovers Operation (Continued From Previous Column) 1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keep clear 7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediately of discharge opening at all times. STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if anyone 2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. Make sure enters the area. blades are OFF and parking brake is set. 8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and 3. DO NOT leave machine with engine running. STOP other safety devices frequently for proper operation and engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and Remove key before location. leaving operators position of any reason. 9. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if 4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated with damaged. feet on feet rests or pedal(s). 10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses, 5. STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure blades have a dust mask, long pants and substantial footwear. stopped before removing grass catcher or unclogging 11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in prepa- mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand. ration for emergencies. 6. Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. Set 12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine blades in highest position when mowing over rough into a trailer or truck. ground. 13. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of 7. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades under- wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent neath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground while BLADES injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn are ON or machine is in motion. spots. r n Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme fo tio care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources t c of ignition. 2. Use only an approved fuel container. o u 3. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine run- ning. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. N d 4. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors. 5. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside where o there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a r water heater or other appliances. p 6. DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the contain- e ers on the ground away from the vehicle before filling. 7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or R trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, 8. DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher or guards in place and working. DO NOT point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or doors. 9. Slow down before turning. 10. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways. 11. STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction. Inspect machine and repair damage before resuming operation. 12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good artificial light. 13. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with attachment instructions. 14. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control. When towing, travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. 15. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison. 16. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back towards the operator. then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather 17. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer. than a gasoline dispenser nozzle. See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and 8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed vehi- installation of accessories. cles or trailers. 9. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. DO NOT use a nozzle lock-open device 10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediate- ly. 11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten securely. 5