DR Power 46 Lawn Mower Deck - Manual (Page 8)

4 DR 46" LAWN MOWER DECK Safety & Operating Instructions
Protecting Yourself
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Always wear the protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields while mowing to
protect your eyes from possible thrown objects.
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Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR 46" LAWN MOWER DECK. If
you have safety shoes, we recommend wearing them. Do not use the machine while
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
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Wear long pants while mowing.
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Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which might get caught on brush or i n the
mower’s moving parts.
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Use earmuffs or earplugs to protect your hearing.
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We recommend wearing gloves while mowing.
Operating the Machine Safely
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Keep bystanders at least 100 feet away from your work area at all times. Objects can be
thrown far from the mower and at great speeds. To be safe, do not operate the
machine near small children or pets, and never allow children to operate the mower.
Disengage the blade and stop the engine when another person or pet approaches.
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Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blade.
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Be sure all blade and wheel controls are DISENGAGED before attempting to start the
engine. Engage and disengage the blade a few times to get used to it before mowing.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the blade, belts, chains, blade pulleys, and
concealed areas while the engine is running. NEVER reach under the deck or grab
hold of any part of the deck when the engine is running.
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ALWAYS shut off the engine whenever you leave the machine. Remove the spark plug
wire(s) before adjusting the machine. If you have to stop to remove grass or debris
from the underside of the deck, ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire(s) first.
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The exhaust area on the engine becomes very hot with use. Allow the engine to cool
before doing maintenance or making adjustments.
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Keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot.
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When operating over uneven terrain and slopes, use EXTREME CAUTION to ensure
solid and firm footing. Keep a firm hold on the handlebars and walk, never run.
WARNING! This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating with
high energy at high speeds. Proper clothing and safety gear must be used when
operating this machine to prevent or minimize the risk of severe injury. Always take
the following precautions when operating this machine:
WARNING! This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating
with high energy at high speeds. The machine must be operated safely. Unsafe
operation can create a number of hazards for you, as well as anyone else in the
nearby area. Always take the following precautions when using this machine: