Stihl RZ 142 Instruction Manual - Page 6

Decal, Main Safety Part Number: WB01-967-7205 DANGER Amputation hazard. Rotating blades cut off arms and legs. • Stop the mower when children or others are near. Keep bystanders away. • Do not carry riders (especially children) even with the blades off. They may fall off or return for another ride when you are not expecting it. • Look down, behind and to the side before changing directions and while backing. DANGER Loss of control and roll over hazard Operating on slopes can be hazardous and cause loss of control and roll overs. • Do not operate on slopes over 10 degrees. • Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes. • Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes. • Avoid turning down slopes; if possible turn up slopes. • If machine stops forward motion on a slope, stop the blades and drive slowly off the slope. DANGER Water, retaining walls, and drop-off hazards. Wheels dropping over edges may result in serious injury, death or drowning. • Do not operate down slope towards or near water, retaining walls, or drop-offs. • Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance around these hazards. WARNING Fire hazard. Gasoline is flammable. Yard debris is combustible. • Allow engine to cool for at least 3 minutes before refueling. • Keep unit cleaned of yard debris. • This equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrester may be required. Contact local fire agencies for regulations relating to fire prevention requirements. 6 stihlusa.com