Cane Ridge Park: Husqvarna PZT60 Mower General Safety

## Introduction

***Safety Announcer: "Cane Ridge Park Presents."***

Rohan Johnson is using his PZT60 with a vanguard engine

***Safety Announcer: "Husqvarna PZT60 Mower Safety."***

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker is using the PZT60 with a Kawasaki engine

***Safety Announcer: "With Kermit."***

Onscreen, Kermit is now at Cane Ridge Park entrance

Kermit: "Hi, ho, Kermit The Frog here, and welcome to the Husqvarna mower safety! in this video, we're going to be looking at The PZT60 Zero Turn Mower. it is a zero turn mower meaning that it's capable of 360 degrees term within its own footprint. but did you know that the PZT60 is a powerful piece of equipment that should be used correctly? because if you don't, serious injury can occur to you, and others. anyway, enjoy the video."

Onscreen, Rohan and the Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker are using the Husqvarna PZT60 Zero Turn Mowers

Kermit: (offscreen) "Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna mower, and for taking time to watch this important video. your safety and the safety of your family are important to us. this video provides valuable information you need to know to stay safe and accident free. you'll learn how to start, operate and maintain you Husqvarna mower correctly, and safely. keep in mind that not everything you need to know to mow safely is included in these videos. always refer to the operator's manual for your machine for additional safety information before mowing."

Videos show what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "Also, the Husqvarna Mowers shown in this video may differ slightly from your mower, but safety precautions and operation are similar.

A picture shows the Husqvarna PZT60s

Kermit: (offscreen) "Your Husqvarna mower does an excellent job of cutting grass. but never use it as a toy, or a recreational vehicle."

Rohan and The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker doesn't use the PZT60 as a toy, or a recreational vehicle

Kermit: (offscreen) "It may look harmless, but this machine can be dangerous if you or other operators are not trained properly, or acts carelessly."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker is trained properly and doesn't act carelessly

Kermit: (offscreen) "Everyone who uses this machine must be physically capable of handling it. only mature responsible adults, who can do so safely, should operate this machine, never a child. operators must always be aware of what is going on around them. one careless mistake may cause serious injury, or even be fatal."

Text reads what Kermit describes

## Before Operation

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always have the operator's manual handy and review the safety and operators before they vacuum. point out the safety labels on the machine, mower, and be sure to understand them."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker has the operator's manual handy, and reviews the safety and operators before he mows, points out the safety labels on the vacuum and understands them

Kermit: (offscreen) "Make sure they are familiar with the vacuum's controls and operation, and understand the safety instructions. remember, that mower blades rotate at very high speeds, and can quickly turn items left in the yard into flying projectiles."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker becomes familiar with the vacuum's controls and operation, and understands the safety instructions, then, he picks up debris which could be thrown by the vacuum

Kermit: (offscreen) "Never operate mowing equipment without the discharge chute, the entire grass catcher, or other safety device in place and working properly."

Text reads: Never operate mowing equipment without the discharge chute, the entire grass catcher, or other safety device in place and working properly

Kermit: (offscreen) "They reduce the possibility that a thrown object will cause injury. the discharge chute helps keep your machine from throwing objects at bystanders, vehicles, or buildings. never operate with it raised unless you are using a grass catcher."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker and Rohan Johnson operate the PZT60s with the discharge chute down

Kermit: (offscreen) "Be extra careful when mowing near streets or sidewalks and be sure to shut off the mower blades before crossing streets."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker is extra careful when mowing near streets or sidewalks and is sure to shut off the blades before crossing streets

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always wear the proper type of clothing and safety equipment for mowing as outlined in your operator's manual."

Text reads: Wear the proper type of clothing and safety equipment for mowing as outlined in your operator's manual

## Keeping Children Safe

Background with Text Read Plays: Keeping Children Safe

Kermit: (offscreen) "According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission statistics, 800 children are runover by riding mowers each year. lawn mower accidents are the most common cause of major limb loss for children under age 10. and one in five of those killed in mowing related accidents are children."

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Kermit: (offscreen) "Riding mowers look like fun to children. they are often attracted to mowers and the mowing activity, especially if a person mowing is a family member."

Rohan Johnson makes sure there are no children in his mowing area while he is mowing

Kermit: (offscreen) "Be alert to the presence of children. do not vacuum when children are around. keep children indoors, under the watchful eye of an adult while you mow. never assume that children will remain where you last saw them."

Children get an adult, then, children and an adult get under the watchful eye

Kermit: (offscreen) "Never carry children on the mower, even if the mower blades are not running, and never tow them in a card behind the mower. never allow children under the age of 16 to operate the mower, or be in the area while you are mowing."

Text shows what Kermit describes

## Fueling Safety

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always use caution when fueling your mower. gasoline is extremely flammable, and vapors can be explosive. all it takes to create a violent explosion is fuel vapers, enough oxygen, and a source of ignition, like a spark from a cigarette, or a hot exhaust pipe."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker uses caution when fueling the mower

Kermit: (offscreen) "Extinguish cigerrates, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition before handling gasoline. use an approved fuel container to store gasoline. static electric discharges can ignite fuel vapors in an underground fuel container. always place the container on the ground when filling it with fuel. not on the tailgate or in the car."

Text shows what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always fuel the machine outdoors to ensure adequate ventilation. if using a funnel to fill your mower, be sure it's plastic and it has no screen or filter that could create static electricity."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker fuels the machine outdoors to ensure adequate ventilation

Kermit: (offscreen) "If you spill fuel near the machine, push the mower away from the spill. do not start the engine."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker make sure they don't spill fuel near the machine

Kermit: (offscreen) "Clean up spilled fuel immediately, and avoid any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker cleans up spilled fuel immediately

Kermit: (offscreen) "Vapors can build up in confined areas. never store a fuel container near an open flame, park, or pilot light. remember, gasoline is very flammable. Use extremely care when handling fuel. Consult your operator's manual for more information on safe fueling."

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## Mowing Slopes Safely

Kermit: (offscreen) "Rollover and loss of control accidents on slopes are a major cause of mowing injuries and deaths each year. do not exceed the recommended slope operating angle. see the operator's manual for specific slope angle information before mowing. the PZT60 mowers are equipped with a rollover protective structure, ROPS. if your mower is equipped with the ROPS, always keep it in the raised position, unless you need to temporarily lower it to clear an overhead obstacle."

Videos show what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always mow slopes at slower speeds. mow up and down slopes with the PZT60 Zero Turn Mower."

Rohan Johnson and The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker mows slopes at slower speeds, and mows up and down slopes with the PZT60 Zero Turn Mower

Kermit: (offscreen) "Do not mow where the machine could slip, tip, and rollover. never start, stop, or turn on a slope."

Rohan Johnson doesn't mow where the machine could slip, tip, and rollover an doesn't start, stop, or turn on a slope

Kermit: (offscreen) "Do not mow slopes when the grass is wet to avoid losing traction."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker doesn't mow slopes when the grass is wet to avoid losing traction

Kermit: (offscreen) "If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades, and proceed slowly off the slope."

Text reads what Kermit describes

## Maintenance Before You Mow

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always inspect the mower before you mow. start with a walk around inspection. make sure hardware is tight, and guards and shields are in place, and in good position."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker starts with a walk around inspection. he makes sure hardware is tight, and guards and shields are in place, and in good position

Kermit: (offscreen) "Inspect the mower deck blades, and blade bolts for wear, or damage."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker inspects the mower deck blades, and blade bolts for wear, or damage

Kermit: (offscreen) "Look under the mower and check for oil and fuel leaks."

Rohan Johnson looks under the mower and check for oil and fuel leaks

Kermit: (offscreen) "Check the engine oil to make sure it's at the correct level. if needed, refill to the correct level before mowing."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker checks the engine oil to make sure it's at the correct level

Kermit: (offscreen) "Make sure the air cleaner, spark plug, muffler, and fuel cap are all in place."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker makes sure the air cleaner, spark plug, muffler, and fuel cap are all in place

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always keep your machine properly lubricated. check the operator's manual for maintenance intervals and the location of lubrication points."

Rohan Johnson keeps his machine properly lubricated

Kermit: (offscreen) "Check the tires for damage or wear. use an accurate gauge to make sure they are inflated to the correct pressure show in the operator's manual."

Rohan Johnson uses an accurate gauge to make sure they are inflated to the correct pressure

Kermit: (offscreen) "The Husqvarna PZT60 Mower has an operator presence system that shuts the engine off if you leave the seat with the PTO engaged, or the park brake unlocked."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker test the operator presence system

## Mowing Your Lawn Safely

Kermit: (offscreen) "Before mowing, clear the yard of all people and pets. make sure children stay under supervision while you are mowing."

Children and an adult get out of the mowing area

Kermit: (offscreen) "Walk your lawn, and pick up any toys, other objects, and debris that could damage the mower, or be picked up and thrown by the deck."

Rohan Johnson walks the Cane Ridge Park lawn, and picks up any toys, other objects, and debris

Kermit: (offscreen) "While mowing, watch closely for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects that could cause a loss of control of the mower."

Rohan Johnson closely for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects that could cause a loss of control of the mower

Kermit: (offscreen) "If you hit an object, or if you feel an abnormal vibration, stop the machine safely, turn off the engine, set the brake, and inspects the mower for any damage."

Rohan Johnson makes sure he doesn't hit an object

Kermit: (offscreen) "It's a good idea to trim low hanging branches that could interfere with you while you are mowing."

Rohan Johnson trims low hanging branches that could interfere with him while he is mowing

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always mow in daylight, and mow at speeds that are safe for the conditions."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker mows in daylight, and mows at speeds that are safe for the conditions

Kermit: (offscreen) "Keep the engine at full throttle when mowing to keep the the deck cutting efficiently, especially if the grass is tall."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker keeps the engine at full throttle when mowing to keep the the deck cutting efficiently, especially if the grass is tall

Kermit: (offscreen) "Never remove the discharge chute, and always mow with the discharge chute down to reduce the chance of thrown objects, or for even dispersal of clippings."

Rohan Johnson doesn't remove the discharge chute, and mows with the discharge chute down to reduce the chance of thrown objects, or for even dispersal of clippings

Kermit: (offscreen) "Be aware of the direction you are discharging the grass. never discharge toward people, pets, roads, and property."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker is aware of the direction he is discharging the grass

Kermit: (offscreen) "Mow at slower speeds when trimming around trees and obstacles, when working in tight areas, or when mowing very tall grass."

Rohan Johnson mows at slower speeds when trimming around trees and obstacles, when working in tight areas, or when mowing very tall grass

Kermit: (offscreen) "Slow down when approaching blind corners to make sure there are no people or objects in your path before proceeding."

The Husqvarna PZT60 Company Worker slows down when approaching blind corners

Kermit: (offscreen) "Slow down when traveling over rough ground to prevent loss of control."

Rohan Johnson slows down when traveling over rough ground to prevent loss of control

Kermit: (offscreen) "Avoid quick turns which could cause you to lose control of the mower, and never mow in reverse."

Rohan Johnson avoids quick turns, and doesn't mow in reverse

Kermit: (offscreen) "Maintain a safe distance that's at least wide as your mower between you and any retaining walls, ditches, embankments, or bodies of water on your property. use a string trimmer, or walk behind mower in these areas."

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Kermit: (offscreen) "Mow your lawn only when it's dry. it can be difficult to maintain safe traction wet grass. wet grass can also be more easily damaged by a lawn mower."

Rohan Johnson mows his lawn only when it's dry

Kermit: (offscreen) "When you're done mowing, set the brake, throttle down the engine, and wait a few seconds, and then shuts off the engine, and remove the key before getting off. wait until the engine is cooled down before doing any maintenance."

Rohan Johnson does what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "To reduce the risk of fire, completely remove grass and debris both before and after mowing from the engine compartment."

Text reads what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "Clean any debris off the mower, mower deck, air intake, engine cooling fins, engine compartment, and exhaust. grass, leaves, and other debris on hot engine components can catch fire."

Rohan Johnson does what Kermit describes

Kermit: (offscreen) "Do not park your mower near flammable materials such as wood, cloth, chemicals, or near an open flame."

Text reads: Do not park your mower near flammable materials such as wood, cloth, chemicals, or near an open flame

## Conclusion

Kermit: (offscreen) "That brings us to the end of this section on general mowing safety.

A picture shows the Husqvarna PZT60s

Kermit: (offscreen) "Always refer to your operator's manual, or contact your Husqvarna dealer for any additional questions about vacuuming safety, operation or maintenance. thank you for watching."

Text reads: Always refer to your operator's manual, or contact your Husqvarna dealer for any additional questions about vacuuming safety, operation or maintenance.