Stihl RZ 900 Series Instruction Manual - Page 9

protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. • Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the unit. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Keep the unit in good working order. Replace worn or damaged parts. • Use full width ramps when you load and unload the unit for transport. • Use care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the unit. See attachment or accessory manual or contact your authorized STIHL dealer for information on proper wheel weights or counterweights. • To help prevent fires, keep the unit free of grass, leaves, or other unwanted material. Clean remaining oil or fuel spillage. Remove fuel soaked debris and let the unit cool before storage. Read the Manual WARNING The operator's manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of, understand, and apply BEFORE you operate your unit and DURING operation. Safe operating techniques, an explanation of the product's features and controls, and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out of your investment. Read this operator's manual thoroughly before use and follow all safety precautions. Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury. Children WARNING Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Do not allow children anywhere near the area of operation. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. If there is a risk that children may enter the area where you are mowing, have another responsible adult watch them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult other than the operator. • Be alert and turn the unit off if children enter the area. • Always look down, behind, and to the side for children before changing directions and while backing. • Before and during reverse operation, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry children, even with the blade(s) off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe unit operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the unit. • Never allow children to operate the unit. • Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. 9