After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before
adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Clean grass, debris, and excessive grease from
the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or
fuel spills.
•
Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
Hauling Safety
•
Use care when loading or unloading the machine.
•
Secure the machine from rolling.
Hauling the Machine
DANGER
When transporting the machine inside an
enclosed space inside a vehicle, fuel and fuel
vapors may ignite and cause serious injury
or death.
Transport the machine in an upright position
in an open vehicle or remove fuel from the
machine.
Ensure that the fuel cap is tight and transport the
machine in an upright position in an open vehicle.
Secure the machine from movement.
If fuel is present in the fuel tank and you must transport
the machine in an enclosed vehicle, continue as
follows:
1.
Drain the fuel into an approved fuel container.
2.
Start the machine and run it until it shuts off.
3.
Wipe away any fuel spills and allow the machine
to dry.
4.
Tightly screw on the fuel cap.
5.
Secure the machine from movement.
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