Troy-Bilt TBR16 - Manual (Page 3)

Important Safe Operation Practices
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General Operation
Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before 1.
attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand,
and follow all instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before operation. Keep this manual in a safe
place for future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
Be completely familiar with the proper use of this machine
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before operating it.
This machine is a precision piece of power equipment,
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not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all
times. This machine has been designed to perform one job:
to mow grass. Do not use it for any other purpose.
Never allow children under 10 years of age to operate this
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machine. Children 10 and over should read and understand
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised
by an adult.
Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these
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rules of safe operation should be allowed to use this
machine.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
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used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other
foreign objects.
To help avoid blade contact, stay in operator zone behind
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handles and keep children, bystanders, helpers and pets
away from mower while it is in operation. Stop machine if
anyone enters area.
Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting
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slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms
and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never
operate this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light-
weight (e.g. canvas) shoes.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating blades. Contact with
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blades can amputate fingers and toes.
Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled 10.
over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping.
Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling; release the
handle immediately.
Be careful when pulling the machine backward. Look down
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and behind to avoid tripping. Be sure you are well balanced
with sure footing.
Do not operate the mower while under the influence of
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alcohol or drugs.
Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
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your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal
injury.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk, never
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run.
The cutting blade may continue to rotate for a few seconds
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after the mower has stopped moving. Never place any part
of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade
has stopped rotating.
Use safe lifting practices when moving mower.
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Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by 17.
the manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in personal
injury.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use
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care and good judgement. Contact Customer Support for
assistance or the name of the nearest service dealer.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which
can result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. If the slope
is greater than 15 degrees, do not mow it.
Do:
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise 1.
caution when changing direction on slopes.
Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps
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which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause
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serious personal injury.
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,
could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow
all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply
with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in
this manual. Carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This
machine is capable of amputating fingers and toes and throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions could result in serious injury.