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Pictorial Safety Label Location


MX42023

Picture Note: Use label number listed in table below to locate complete text of safety label message following this illustration.

Pictorial labels are required for certain parts of the world. Your machine may not be equipped with these labels.

A - DANGER M162714

B - DANGER M133159 (ON BATTERY)

C - WARNING M118041

D - CAUTION M165273

E - CAUTION (MOLDED INTO MUFFLER)

F - WARNING M133166

G - DANGER M118040

Pictorial Safety Signs

At several important places on this machine safety signs are affixed intended to signify potential danger. The hazard is identified by a pictorial in a warning triangle. An adjacent pictorial provides information how to avoid personal injury. These safety signs, their placement on the machine and a brief explanatory text are shown in this Safety section.

There can be additional safety information contained on parts and components sourced from suppliers that is not reproduced in this operator’s manual.

Read Operator’s Manual


M155697, M162714

• This operator’s manual contains important information necessary for safe machine operation.

• Carefully read operator’s manual before operating machine. Observe all safety rules to avoid accidents.

Keep Children Away From Mower


M155697, M162714

• Make sure children stay clear of mower at all times when the engine is running.

• Stay a safe distance from the machine.

Avoid Injury From Tipping


M155697, M162714

• Do not drive where machine could slip or tip. Drive up and down slopes, not across.

• Do not drive on slope with more than a 11 incline.

Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades - M118041


M118041

• Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is running.

• Do not operate mower without discharge chute or entire grass catcher in place.

Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects - M118040


M118040

• Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is running.

• Do not operate mower without discharge chute or entire grass catcher in place.

• Before mowing, clear area of objects that may be thrown by blade.

• Stay clear while engine is running.

Avoid Injury From Getting Caught in Belt - M136436


M136436

• Stay clear of belts.

• Do not operate mower without shields in place.

DANGER M128699


M128699

Picture Note: Located on battery

• Shield eyes, explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.

• No sparks, flames, smoking.

• Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe burns.

• Flush eyes immediately with water. Get medical help fast.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Do not tip.

• Keep vent caps tight and level.

Drawbar Load


M155881

Do not exceed recommended drawbar loads stated on label.

• Horizontal 750 N (169 lb)

• Vertical 850 N (191 lb)

Avoid Injury From Loaded Spring


M133166

• Keep fingers and hands away from pinch point.

• To avoid injury from loaded spring, read Operator’s Manual before changing attachment.

Prevent Equipment Fires


M165273

• Clean and inspect the entire machine.

• Carefully read Operator’s Manual Machine Cleanout section for details.

CE Certification Label

X300 without Mower Deck

M165548

X300 with 42M Mower

M165546

X304 with 42M Mower

M165547

This label on your machine indicates nominal power, engine speed, and mass. This information is provided on your machine to indicate the machine is certified and in compliance with European Directive Standards: 98/37/EC (before December 29, 2009) or 2006/42/EC (89/392/EEC).

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