Exmark Turf tracer HP, Operator'S Manual

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1.4.5 Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other than grass; and when
transporting the mower to and from the area to be mowed.
1.4.6 Never operate the mower with defective guards, shields, or covers. Always
have safety shields, guards, switches, and other devices in place and in proper
working condition.
1.4.7 Do Not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine.
Operating an engine at excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal
injury.
1.4.8 Place transmission in neutral, disengage blade drive before starting engine.
1.4.9 Start the engine carefully with feet well away from blades.
1.4.10 Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts while the mower is
being operated.
1.4.11 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove plug wire(s) or
remove ignition key:
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Before checking, cleaning or working on the mower.
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After striking a foreign object (inspect the mower for damage and
make repairs before restarting and operating the mower).
1.4.12 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop:
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Before clearing blockages.
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Whenever you leave the mower.
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Before removing the grass catcher.
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Before refueling.
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Before making height adjustments.
1.4.13 Before stopping the engine, return the throttle control to the idle position for 30
seconds to allow the engine to cool down.
1.4.14 The fuel system is provided with a shut-off valve. The fuel shut-off valve is
used to shut off the fuel when:
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The machine will not be used for a few days.
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During transport to and from the job.
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When parking inside a building.
1.4.15 This mower was designed for one operator only. Keep all others away from
mower during operation.
1.4.16 Do Not mow without the grass deflector or entire grass collection system in
place and in proper working condition.
1.4.17 If jump starting is required: (Electric start units only)
a) connect the positive (+) power cable from the positive post on the booster
battery to the positive terminal post on the starter solenoid switch (this
post has the positive battery cable attached to it).
b) connect the negative or ground cable (-) from the negative post on the
booster battery to the engine block as far away from the battery as
possible.
c) disconnect battery cables in the reverse order after starting.
1.5 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1.5.1 For engine maintenance, follow the engine manufacture’s recommendations
precisely as stated in the engine manual.