Dixon Kodiak 965884601 - Manual (Page 9)

SAFETy
Dixon -9
Safety Instructions
These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABlE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING
OBJECTS. FAIlURE TO OBSERVE THE FOllOWING SAFETy INSTRUCTIONS COUlD RESUlT IN
SERIOUS INJURy OR DEATH.
General Operation
Read, understand, and follow all instructions 1.
on the machine and in the manual before
starting.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts
2.
or under the machine. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
3.
with the instructions, to operate the machine.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
4.
wire, etc., which could be picked up and
thrown by the blades.
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before
5.
operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the
area.
Never carry passengers. The machine is only
6.
intended for use by one person.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
7.
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
Never direct discharged material toward
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anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back
toward the operator. Stop the blades when
crossing gravel surfaces.
Do not operate machine without the entire
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grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety
devices in place and working
Slow down before turning.
10.
Never leave a running machine unattended. 11.
Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop
engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut
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off engine and wait for all parts to come to a
complete stop before cleaning the machine,
removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge guard.
Operate machine only in daylight or good
13.
artificial light.
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Read the operator’s manual before starting the machine
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Clear the area of objects before mowing
WARNING!
This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It concerns
your safety.