Weed Eater 96022000700 Owner's Manual

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•  Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions on the machine and in the manual 

before starting.

•  Do  not  put  hands  or  feet  near  rotating

parts or under the machine. Keep clear 

of the discharge opening at all times.

•  Only  allow  responsible  adults,  who  are

familiar with the instructions, to operate 

the machine.

•  Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc.,  which could be picked up 

and thrown by the blade.

•  Be sure the area is clear of bystanders

before operating.  Stop machine if anyone 

enters the area.

•  Never carry passengers.

•  Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary.  Always look down and behind 

before and while backing.

•  Never direct discharged material toward

anyone. Avoid discharging material 

against a wall or obstruction. Material may 

ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the 

blade when crossing gravel surfaces.

•  Do not operate machine without the entire

grass catcher, discharge chute, or other 

safety devices in place and working.

•  Slow down before turning.

•  Never  leave  a  running  machine  unat-

tended.  Always turn off blade, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove keys 

before dismounting.

•  Disengage blade when not mowing. Shut

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 chute.

•  Operate machine only in daylight or good

artificial light.

•  Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•  Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•  Use extra care when loading or unloading

the machine into a trailer or truck.

•  Always wear eye protection when operat-

ing machine.

•  Data  indicates  that  operators,  age  60

years and above, are involved in a large 

percentage of riding mower-related inju-

ries.  These operators should evaluate 

their ability to operate the riding mower 

safely enough to protect themselves and 

others from serious injury.

•  Keep machine free of grass , leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch hot 

exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not 

allow the mower deck to plow leaves or 

other debris which can cause build-up to 

occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before 

operating or storing the machine. Allow 

machine to cool before storage.

WARNING:  In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting, 

adjusting or making repairs, always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where 

it cannot contact spark plug. 

WARNING:  Do not coast down a hill in 

neutral, you may lose control of the riding 

mower.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its 

constituents, and certain vehicle components 

contain or emit chem i cals known to the State 

of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects 

or  oth er  re pro duc tive  harm.
 WARNING:This unit is not intended for 

towing, or use of wheel weights. Only use 

attachments designed specifically for this 

riding mower.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and 

related accessories contain lead and lead 

compounds, chemicals known to the State of 

Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects 

or  oth er  re pro duc tive  harm.  Wash hands