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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
 
PREPARATION 
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6.  Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects 
such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects 
that could cause injury if thrown by blade or 
interfere with mowing.  
7.  Keep people and pets out of mowing area. 
Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and 
STOP machine if anyone enters the area. 
8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade 
controls and other safety devices frequently for 
proper operation and location.  
9.  Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. 
Replace if damaged.  
10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety 
glasses, long pants and substantial footwear. 
11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly 
in preparation for emergencies.  
12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the 
machine into a trailer or truck.  
13. Check grass catcher components frequently for 
signs of wear or deterioration and replace as 
needed to prevent injury from thrown objects 
going through weak or worn spots.  
 
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE 
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use 
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is 
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive 
1.  Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and 
other sources of ignition. 
2.  Use only an approved fuel container. 
3.  DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the 
engine running. Allow the engine to cool before 
refueling. 
4.  DO NOT refuel the machine indoors. 
5.  DO NOT store the machine or fuel container 
inside where there is an open flame, spark or 
pilot light such as on a water heater or other 
appliances. 
6.  DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or 
on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. 
Always place the containers on the ground 
away from the vehicle before filling. 
7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the 
vehicle or trailer and refuel it on the ground.  If 
this is not possible, then refuel equipment 
using a portable container, rather than a 
gasoline dispenser nozzle. 
8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in 
enclosed vehicles or trailers. 
9.  Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the 
fuel tank or container opening at all times until 
fueling is complete. DO NOT use a nozzle lock-
open device 
10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing 
immediately. 
11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and 
tighten securely. 
OPERATION  
1.  Mount and dismount machine from left side. 
Keep clear of discharge opening at all times.  
2.  Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. 
Make sure blades are OFF and parking brake is 
set.  
3.  DO NOT leave machine with engine running. 
STOP engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and 
Remove key before leaving operators position 
of any reason. 
4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly 
seated with feet on feet rests or pedal(s). 
5.  STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure 
blades have stopped before removing grass 
catcher or unclogging mower to prevent loss of 
fingers or hand.  
6.  Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. 
Set blades in highest position when mowing 
over rough ground.  
7.  Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades 
underneath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground 
while BLADES are ON or machine is in motion.  
8.  DO NOT operate machine without entire grass 
catcher or guards in place and working. DO 
NOT point discharge at people, passing cars, 
windows or doors.  
9.  Slow down before turning.  
10. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing 
roadways. 
11. STOP engine immediately after striking an 
obstruction. Inspect machine and repair 
damage before resuming operation.  
12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good 
artificial light.  
13. 
Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to 
maintain control during speed and directional 
changes.  
14. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit 
loads to those you can safely control and attach 
loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER 
attachment instructions. 
15. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment 
may cause loss of traction and loss of control. 
When towing, travel slowly and allow extra 
distance to stop. 
16.  DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. 
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon 
monoxide, a deadly poison.  
17.  DO NOT discharge material against a wall or 
obstruction. Material may ricochet back 
towards the operator. 
18.  Only use accessories approved by the 
manufacturer. See manufacturer’s instructions 
for proper operation and installation of 
accessories.