warning - Scag Power Equipment

Section 22.1 INTRODUCTIONSAFETY INFORMATIONYour mower is only as safe as the operator.Carelessness or operator error may result in seriousbodily injury or death. Hazard control and accidentprevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern,prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved inthe operation, transport, maintenance and storage of theequipment. Make sure every operator is properly trainedand thoroughly familiar with all of the controls beforeoperating the mower. The owner/user can prevent and isresponsible for accidents or injuries occuring tothemselves, other people or property.READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFOREATTEMPTING TO START YOUR MOWER.A replacement manual is available from your authorizedScag Service Dealer or by contacting Scag PowerEquipment, Service Department at P.O. Box 152,Mayville, WI 53050 or contact us via the Internet atwww.scag.com. The manual for this machine can bedownloaded by using the model and serial number or usethe contact form to make your request. Please indicatethe complete model and serial number of your Scagproduct when requesting replacement manuals.2.2 SIGNAL WORDSThis symbol means “Attention! Become Alert! YourSafety is Involved!" The symbol is used with thefollowing signal words to attract your attention to safetymessages found on the decals on the machine andthroughout this manual. The message that follows thesymbol contains important information about safety. Toavoid injury and possible death, carefully read themessage! Be sure to fully understand the causes ofpossible injury or death.Signal Word:It is a distinctive word found on the safety decals on themachine and throughout this manual that alerts theviewer to the existence and relative degree of thehazard.4The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremelyhazardous situation exists on or near the machine thatcould result in high probability of death or irrepairableinjury if proper precautions are not taken.WARNING:The signal word “WARNING” denotes that a hazardexists on or near the machine that can result in injury ordeath if proper precautions are not taken.CAUTION:The signal word “CAUTION” is a reminder of safetypractices on or near the machine that could result inpersonal injury if proper precautions are not taken.Your safety and the safety of others depends significantlyupon your knowledge and understanding of all correctoperating practices and procedures of this machine.2.3 BEFORE OPERATIONCONSIDERATIONS1. NEVER allow children to operate this riding mower.Do not allow adults to operate this machine withoutproper instructions.2. DO NOT mow when children and/or others arepresent. Keep children out of the mowing area andin the watchful care of a responsible adult other thanthe operator. Be alert and turn machine off if a childenters the area.3. DO NOT allow children to ride or play on themachine, it is not a toy.4. Clear the area to be mowed of objects that could bepicked up and thrown by the cutter blades.5. DO NOT carry passengers.