Ferris 5900621, Operator'S Manual

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Operation
Operation
Figure 10. Trailer Weight Recommendations
A. Clevis Pin
B. Clip
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM
ROLL OVER:
Keep roll bar in the raised position and use
seat belt.
THERE IS NO ROLL OVER PROTECTION WHEN
THE ROLL BAR IS DOWN
Lower the roll bar only when necessary and
NEVER remove it.
Do NOT use seat belt when the roll bar is down.
Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
Do NOT jump off if mower tips.
Figure 12. Raise & Lower the Roll Bar
A. Hair Pin Clip
B. Retainer Pin
C. Roll Bar
D. Rubber Stop
ATTACHING A TRAILER
The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less
than 300 lbs (138kg). Secure the trailer with a
appropriately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 10) and clip
(B).
Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and
loss of control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when
operating on slopes. The surface being driven on
greatly impacts traction and stability. Wet or slippery
surfaces can greatly reduce traction and the ability to
stop or turn. Carefully evaluate the surface conditions
before operating the unit and trailer, and never
operate on slopes greater than 10°. See SLOPE
OPERATION and TOWED EQUIPMENT in the safety
section of this manual for additional safety
information.
RAISE & LOWER THE ROLL BAR
To lower the roll bar:
1. Pull the hair pin clips (A, Figure 12) out of the
retainer pins (B).
2. Push or pull the top of the roll bar (C) forward
against the rubber stops (D) and remove the
retainer pins (B).
3. Lower the roll bar and reinstall the retainer pins
and hair pin clips to secure the roll bar in the
down position (see insert, Figure 12).
To raise the roll bar:
1. Pull the hair pin clips (A) out of the retainer pins
(B) and remove the retainer pins.
2. Raise the roll bar (C) until the rubber stops (D)
contact the upright tubes.
3. Push or pull the top of the roll bar forward against
the rubber stops and reinstall the retainer pins and
hair pin clips to secure the roll bar in the raised
position.
A
B
C
B
A
D
D
C