Safety with gasoline-powered machines – Country Home Products DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER User Manual

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5 DR

SCOUT

FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions

ALWAYS OPERATE THE MOWER FROM BEHIND. Never pass or stand beside

or in front of machine when the engine is running.

Do not, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard

parts on the DR

SCOUT

FIELD and BRUSH

MOWER. This includes all shields

and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and property
damage and will void your warranty.

While using the DR

®

SCOUT

FIELD and BRUSH MOWER, don't hurry or take

things for granted. When in doubt about the equipment or your surroundings, stop the
machine and take the time to look things over. Make sure that you have 100% control
of the mower at all times.

Never allow children or people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the

DR

SCOUT

FIELD and BRUSH

MOWER.

Do not operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol or medication.
Watch for traffic when mowing near roadways.

Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines







Do not run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation.
Store all fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off. Don't handle gasoline if you or

anyone nearby is smoking, or if you're near anything that could cause it to ignite or
explode.

If you spill gasoline, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the machine away from

the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until the gas vapors have
dissipated. Wipe up any spilled fuel to prevent a fire hazard and properly dispose of the
waste.

Allow the engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure. Never store the

machine near an open flame or spark with gas in the tank.

Do not change the engine governor settings or modify the engine speed.

WARNING! The items listed in this section will help you keep your

DR

SCOUT

FIELD and BRUSH

MOWER running smoothly and, most

importantly, prevent injury to yourself or others. Please review them
carefully before starting your machine.

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