DR Power Tow Behind Premier 12.5hp B&S - Manual (Page 4)

4 TOW BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You
Safety for Children and Pets
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children and pets. Children are often attracted to the
machine and the digging activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Always follow these
precautions:
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Keep children and pets at least 100 feet from the working area and ensure they are under the watchful care of a responsible
adult.
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Be alert and always turn off your tow vehicle engine and the Tow-Behind DR Field & Brush Mower engine if children enter the
work area.
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Before, and while moving your tow vehicle backwards, look behind, and down for small children.
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Never allow children to operate the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER.
 Never allow children to ride on the mower, even if the engine is not running.
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Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision.
This is a high-powered machine with fast moving parts operating at high speeds. You must operate this machine safely. Unsafe
operation can create hazards for you, as well as anyone else in the work area. Use proper clothing and safety gear when operating
this machine to prevent or minimize the risk of severe injury. Always take the following precautions when operating the TOW-
BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER:
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Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields while mowing to protect your eyes from possible objects
thrown from the machine.
 We recommend wearing safety shoes when using this machine. Wear shoes with non-slip treads to improve footing on
slippery surfaces. Do not use the machine wearing open sandals or while barefoot.
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We recommend wearing long pants and gloves while using this machine. Be sure the gloves fit properly and do not have
loose cuffs or drawstrings.
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We recommend the use of ear protectors or ear plugs rated for at least 20 dba to protect your hearing.
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Allow only responsible individuals who are familiar with these general safety rules and operating instructions to use your
TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these rules and instructions to
use your machine.
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Have a complete working knowledge of your tow vehicle and know how to handle it with the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and
BRUSH MOWER attached.
 Keep your hands and feet away from the blades, belt, blade pulley, 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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The mower can throw objects far and at great speeds. Keep people and pets at least 100 feet away from your machine at all
times. Install warnings around the area of operation stating “It is prohibited to enter this area”. Disengage the blade and
stop the engine when a person or pet approaches within 100 feet. Do not restart the machine until people and pets are at
least 100 feet away from the mower.
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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 blades.
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Be sure the blade control knob is down (disengaged) before attempting to start the engine.
 Never get off the tow vehicle without first stopping the blades and shutting off the tow vehicle engine and the TOW-BEHIND
DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER engine.
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Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the TOW-BEHIND DR 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.