Safety Labels
Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
The machine safety labels shown in this section are placed in important areas on your machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards.
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used with this safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.
The operator’s manual also explains any potential safety hazards whenever necessary in special safety messages that are identified with the word, CAUTION, and the safety-alert symbol.
Rotating Blades / Thrown Objects
Avoid injury from rotating blade and thrown objects. Do not operate blower without entire grass catcher in place. Shut engine off before unclogging or servicing.
Bagger Vision
Bagger may impair rear vision. Look down and behind before and while backing.
Thrown Objects / Ballast
WARNING
To avoid injury from thrown objects. Keep bystanders away. Shut off engine before opening hopper top. Keep chutes in place.
CAUTION
Ballast per operator’s manual. Bags, if equipped, are subject to wear and deterioration. Check bag frequently. Replace as necessary. Use John Deere bag or equivalent.
Crush Hazard
• To avoid injury from crushing, keep hands and fingers away from this area.
Rotating Belts
• To avoid injury from rotating belts, keep all shields and guards in place.
