HTC Z5426 - Manual (Page 14)

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SAFETy
Never drive the machine in an enclosed space
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WARNING!
The battery contains lead and
lead compounds, chemicals
that are considered to cause
cancer, birth defects, and other
reproductive system damage.
Wash your hands after handling
the battery.
Use protective glasses for
maintenance work.
General Maintenance
• Never operate machine in a closed area.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage
and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow
machine to cool before storing.
• If you strike a foreign object, stop and
inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Never make any adjustments or repairs with
the engine running.
• Check grass catcher components and the
discharge guard frequently and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts, when
necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and
service as required.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
• Do not modify safety equipment. Check
regularly to be sure it works properly. The
machine must not be driven with defective
or unmounted protective plates, protective
cowlings, safety switches, or other protective
devices.
• Do not change the settings of governors and
avoid running the engine with overly high
engine speeds. If you run the engine too fast,
you risk damaging the machine components.
• Be very careful when handling battery acid.
Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive
burns. If you spill battery acid on your skin,
rinse immediately with water.
• Acid in the eyes can cause blindness,
contact a doctor immediately.
• Be careful when servicing the battery.
Explosive gases form in the battery. Never
perform maintenance on the battery when
smoking or near open flames or sparks.
• The battery can explode and cause serious
injury/damage.