DR Power Self-Propelled Pro-XL Self-Propelled 8.26fpt Subaru - Manual (Page 4)

4 DR ® TRIMMER/MOWER
Operating the Mower Safely
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 mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Always follow these
precautions:
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Keep children and pets out of the working area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
 Be alert and turn the machine off if children or pets enter the work area.
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Never allow children to operate the DR TRIMMER/MOWER.
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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 moving parts operating with high energy at high speeds. You must operate the machine
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:
 Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the DR TRIMMER/MOWER. Allow only responsible
individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation to use your machine.
 Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your body on or under the mower deck in the path of the spinning cords, belt,
pulleys, or near the discharge opening while the engine is running. Keep area of discharge clear of people, animals, buildings,
glass, or anything else that will obstruct clear discharge, cause injury, or damage.
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Your DR Trimmer/Mower is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The design of your
machine is for trimming and mowing grass, weeds, and other growth as specified in this manual. Do not use it for any other
purpose.
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Whenever you leave the operating position to make adjustments, change cords or if you have to remove grass or debris from
the underside of the deck, always shut off the engine and wait five (5) minutes to allow parts to cool. Remove the key, if so
equipped, and disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
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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 handlebar and walk, never run.
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Stop the cutting cords when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
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Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, or muddy surface. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
 Always operate the mower from behind the handlebar. Never pass or stand on the discharge side of the machine when the
engine is running or cutting cords are spinning.
 Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the DR TRIMMER/MOWER.
This includes all shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and property damage and
will void your warranty.
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If the cutting cords strike a foreign object or if your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, stop the
engine and wait five (5) minutes for all moving parts to come to a complete stop and cool. Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble. Disconnect the spark plug wire and inspect for damage. Clean and repair and/or replace damaged parts.
 While using the DR TRIMMER/MOWER, do not hurry or take things for granted. When in doubt about the equipment or your
surroundings, stop the machine and take the time to look things over. Make sure that you have 100% control of the mower at
all times.
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Watch for traffic when mowing near roadways.
 Use the machine only in daylight.
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Be cautious when using your DR TRIMMER/MOWER around fencing, wires, ropes, and hoses. It is possible that these and
other debris can become wound around the line plates of the machine, potentially damaging the bearings or injuring you.
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Do not operate the DR TRIMMER/MOWER on slopes greater than 20 degrees.
 Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep the equipment in good operating condition.