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Maintenance and Storage
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Disengage drives on level ground, lower the atattachments, set parking brake, stop
engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting,
cleaning or repairing.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer/muffler, compartment fuel storage
area, cutting units and drives free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Clean up oil or
fuel spillage.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
Only cover the machine with a sheet after hot parts have sufficiently cooled down.
Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark.
If the engine is provided with a shut-off valve,shut off valve while storing or
transporting.
Do not store fuel near flames.
Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.
Allow the engine / muffler to cool before checking / maintenance.
Appropriately manage and correctly use the tools necessary for servicing or adjusting the
machine.
Use jack stands to support components when required.
Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy.
Exercise sufficient care in safety when checking the reel cylinder and bedknife.
Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible, do not make adjustments with
the engine running.
Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened. Replace all worn or
damaged decals.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
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Stop the engine:
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before refuelling;
before removing the grass catcher;
before making height adjustment unless adjustment can be made from the operator's position:
before clearing blockages;
before checking, cleaning or working on the machine.
whenever you leave the machine;
after striking a foreign object or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Inspect the machine
for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the equipment;
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units and the rotating parts.
Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running.
Never operate while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks.
Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other than grass.
Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not in use.
When using any attachments, never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the machine while in operation.
Do not operate the machine under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Take care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or a truck. Load or unload
the machine in a flat and safe place. Before loading or unloading, set the parking brake
on the truck or trailer, stop the engine, and chock the wheels.
When transporting the machine on a truck or a trailer, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and fasten the machine to the truck with a rope or other suitable restraining
device that has sufficient strength.
When using a running board, select one with sufficient strength, length, and width and
that will not cause the machine to slip.
Close the fuel valve before transporting the machine.
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
Do not take your eyes off the road ahead. Do not operate the machine with no hands.
Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if the engine is provided with a
shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of operation.
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Wear gloves surely.
Exercise sufficient care during adjustment of the blade engagement to avoid getting
the fingers caught between the reel cylinder and bedknife.