OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
DETACHING AND STORING
Lower the mower to the ground. Park the tractor with transmission in the correct gear
(Automatic transmissions should be set on Park; Standard transmissions should be set on Neutral).
Set the parking brake, turn off the engine and remove the keys from the ignition. Wait until the PTO stops
rotating completely before dismounting the tractor.
Disconnect the driveline from the tractor PTO and store it to prevent contact from the ground and away from
excessive moisture. Always reinstall or lower into position the tractor PTO master shield. This shield should
always remain in place except when connecting or disconnecting the driveline.
BEFORE OPERATING OR TRANSPORTING THE MOWER
Always display the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) symbol on the rear of the tractor that transports the mower.
The SMV symbol should be clearly visible to vehicles overtaking the tractor transporting the mower.
Prominent display will help the operator avoid accidents which could cause injury or possibly death.
(See fig below.)
Fig: SMV Symbol
WARNING!
Avoid personal injury! Pick up all rocks and other debris before cutting. Enter new cutting areas carefully.
Cut material higher the first time to allow the mower to clear unseen or hidden objects. Never assume that
a cutting area is clear. Always check carefully.
Extremely tall grass should be cut in two stages.
First, raise the mower above the desired cutting height and cut the grass in one direction.
Second, Adjust the mower to the desired cutting height and cut in a perpendicular (90 degree) direction
from the first cut.
Before cutting analyze
the area to determine the best cutting procedure, its type and the terrain relief.
Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing wet grass can cause plugging, which results in grass clumps
behind the mower.
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