Bunton EstatePro series, Operation Manual

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EstatePro
SAFETY
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
In general
- Maintain machine according to manufacturer's
schedule and instructions for maximum safety
and best mowing results.
- Park machine on level ground.
- Never allow untrained personnel to service
machine.
- Adjust or repair only after the engine has been
stopped and the blades have quit rotating.
- Inspect grass catcher components regularly. If
worn, damaged or deteriorated, they may
expose moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown.
- Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty. For
best results, always replace with parts
recommended by the manufacturer.
- Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire(s)
before making any repairs. Disconnect the
negative terminal first and the positive last.
Reconnect positive first and negative last.
- Do not dismantle the machine without releasing
or restraining forces which may cause parts to
move suddenly.
- Provide adequate support for lifted machine or
parts if working beneath.
- Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
- Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.
- Replace faulty mufflers.
- To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine,
muffler, battery compartment and fuel storage
area free of grass, leaves, debris buildup or
grease.
- Hydraulic fluid can penetrate skin, use paper to
check for leaks. Relieve hydraulic pressure
before disconnecting hoses. Make sure
connections are tight and hoses are in good
condition.
Blades
- Mower blades are sharp and
can cut. Use extra caution
when handling. Remove
obstructions with care. Wrap
the blade(s) or wear gloves.
- Be aware that rotating one
blade on multiblade mowers
can cause other blades to rotate.
- Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld
them.
- Keep other persons away from blades.
Fuel
- Gasoline and diesel fuels
are flammable; gasoline
vapors are explosive. Use
extra care when handling.
- Store only in containers
specifically designed for fuel.
- When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overfill;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors
have cleared.
- Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on
the ground away from the vehicle.
- When practical, remove gas powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If equipment must be refueled on the
truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container
rather than a dispenser nozzle.
Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the
rim of the fuel tank or container opening until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-
open device.
- Replace caps on fuel cans and tanks securely.
WARNING
WARNING