Preparation

• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety glasses and hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire, which can be thrown by the machine.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
  1. Use only an approved container.
  2. Never remove gas cap or add fuel when engine is running. Do not smoke.
  3. Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that the operator presence control, safety switches and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly.