William Penn Life, 2005 (40. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2005-06-01 / 6. szám
unattended. Always tum off the blades, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the keys before dismounting. 10. Turn off blades and attachments when not mowing. 11. Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute. 12. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. 13. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to tipover and loss of control accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you can't back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, downed tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could cause the mower to overturn. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Shift into a lower gear before going on a slope. Choose a low enough gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the mower. Health Links For more information about riding lawnmowers, how to use them safely and the latest product recalls, log onto the website of the Consumer Product Safety Commission at: O www.cpsc.gov HealthPage • Empty grass catcher bags when they are only partially full. • Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Avoid sudden changes in speed and direction. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT • Do not turn on slopes unless unavoidable; then, with the blades disengaged, turn slowly and gradually downhill. • Do not mow near dropoffs, ditches, or embankments. A wheel over the edge or an edge caving in could cause sudden overturn. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes or rough terrains. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep small children out of the mowing area, preferably indoors under the watchful care of an adult other than the operator. 2. Be alert and turn the mower off if children enter the area. 3. Before and when operating in reverse, look behind and down for small children. 4. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe mower operation. 5. Never allow children to operate the mower. 6. Use extra care when approaching comers, shrubs, and trees. SERVICE 1. Use extra care in handling gasoline. It is flammable, and the vapors are explosive.- Use only an approved container.- Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.- Never refuel the machine indoors.- Never store the machine or gasoline container inside the house where there is an open flame, such as a gas water heater.- Always clean up spilled gasoline. 2. Never run a machine inside a closed area without good ventilation. 3. Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. 4. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly. 5. Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, and oil build-up to prevent fire. 6. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair if necessary before restarting. 7. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. 8. Grass catcher components are subject to damage and deterioration. To reduce the thrown object hazard, periodically check and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. 9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them. 10. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.[\vpl| William Penn Life,June 2005 7
