Scotts SP6213 - Manual (Page 6)

Safety - 2
SAFETY
mulch guard, side discharge chute or grass bagging
system fastened in place.
DANGER: ROTATING BLADE
• Stop engine before opening safety door and clearing
bagging chute.
THROWN OBJECTS
• Do not operate mower without protective guard, side
discharge chute, or complete bagging system fastened in
place.
CAUTION
• Bag is subject to wear deterioration.
• Check bag frequently, replace when necessary.
• Use John Deere bag or equivalent to comply with safety
specifications.
Certification Label
The OPEI label on your mower indicates that this model
has been certified by an independent laboratory for
compliance with American National Standard B-71.1,
“Safety Specifications” for Power Lawn Mowers, Lawn and
Garden Tractors, and Lawn Tractors.
SAFETY
Operate Safely
• Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure hardware
is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or missing
parts. Be sure proper guards, plates, grass catcher, or
other safety protective devices are in good condition and
fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments before
you operate.
• Clear work area of objects that might be thrown. Keep
people and pets out of the work area. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
• If you hit an object, stop the machine and inspect it.
Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine properly
maintained and in good working order.
• DO NOT leave machine unattended when it is running.
• Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.
• Be sure of footing. Be especially careful when you pull
machine backwards with the engine running.
• Mow across a hill - not up and down. Be careful when
you change direction on a slope. DO NOT mow excessively
steep slopes.
• DO NOT mow wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
you to slip.
• Keep a firm hold on the machine handle.
• DO NOT wear radio or music headphones while
operating the machine. Safe operation requires your full
attention.
• DO NOT operate mower if you are under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.