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Warning: Low Overhanging
Obstacles Hazard -
Check for
overhead clearances before driving
under any objects. Stay clear. Do
NOT allow roll bar to contact low
overhanging obstacles, such as tree
branches and guide wires. Read and
follow all operating instructions and
warnings in the operator’s manual.
Safety Icons for Optional Jack Kit
Accessory
An optional jack kit is available as an accessory through your
normal parts source. Please see the explanations below for
the safety icons displayed on the jack kit.
Part Number:
5105632 - Decal, Warnings, Svc Jack
1.) Warning - Read the Operator's Manual.
2.) Crushing Hazard, Mower:
(1.) Park machine on flat
level ground and engage the parking brake; (2.) Stop the
engine and remove the ignition key; (3.) Properly jack the
machine and secure with jack stands before working under
the machine.
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol
identifies safety information
about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word
(
DANGER
,
WARNING
, or
CAUTION
) is used with the alert
symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of
injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent
the type of hazard.
DANGER
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided,
will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided,
could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided,
could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
indicates information considered important but not
hazard-related.
Safety Interlock System
This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These
safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt
to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety
devices. Check their operation regularly.
Operational SAFETY Checks
Test 1 - Engine SHOULD NOT crank if:
• PTO switch is engaged, OR
• Parking brake is not engaged.
Test 2 - Engine SHOULD crank if:
• PTO switch is not engaged, AND
• Parking brake is engaged.
Test 3 - Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
• Operator rises off seat with parking brake disengaged.
Test 4 - Blade Brake Check
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within seven (7) seconds after electric PTO
switch is turned off (or operator rises off seat). If mower drive
belt does not stop within seven (7) seconds, see your dealer.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must be
turned off, parking brake must be engaged, and the ground
speed control levers must be locked in the NEUTRAL position
after the operator returns to the seat in order to start the
engine.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not operate it. See
your authorized dealer. Under no circumstance should you
attempt to defeat the purpose of safety interlock system.
Features and Controls
Control Functions and Locations
The information below briefly describes the function of
individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing
require the combined use of several controls applied in
specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence
of controls to use for various tasks see the
Operation
section.
