Gravely MINI-ZT 915054, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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5. Danger! To Avoid Serious Injury or
Death
6. Hot Surfaces!
7. Caution
SAFETY RULES
If unit is to be used by someone other than
original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold,
ALWAYS provide this manual and any
needed safety training before operation.
Only the user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.
Read, understand, and follow all safety
practices in Owner/Operator Manual before
assembling, using or working on this mower.
ALWAYS remove key from ignition and wire
from spark plug before assembly, or working
on this unit.
Inspect unit before each use for: missing or
damaged decals and shields, correctly
operating safety interlock system, and
deterioration of grass catchers. Replace or
repair as needed.
ALWAYS check overhead and side
clearances carefully before operation.
ALWAYS be aware of traffic when crossing or
operating along streets or curbs.
Keep children, people, and pets away. Be
alert and shut off unit if anyone enters work
area. Keep children under watchful care of a
responsible adult.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on
or near unit.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, and
debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.
Stay alert for hidden hazards, holes, and ruts.
Do not operate mower unless
bagger is attached or guards
are in operating position.
Read the operator’s manual.
Keep children and others away
from unit while operating.
Never direct discharge toward
other people. Thrown objects
can cause injury.
Look down and behind before
and while backing.
Never carry children.
Go up and down slopes, not
across.
DO NOT operate on slopes
over 10°.
• If machine stops going uphill, stop
blade and back down slowly.
• Avoid sudden turns.
• Keep safety devices (guards, shields,
switches, etc.) in place and working.
• Check interlock system per manual
before use.
• Understand location and function of all
controls.
• Never allow operation by untrained
persons.
• Disengage PTO, stop unit and engine,
set parking brake and remove key
before making any inspections, repairs,
etc.
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DO NOT touch parts which are
hot from operation. ALWAYS
allow parts to cool.
No smoking.
Fill fuel tanks to 2-1/2 in.
(6.35 cm) below bottom of filler
neck.
• Never fill fuel tank when engine is
running, hot or unit is indoors. Never
overfill fuel tank.
• Replace fuel cap securely and clean up
spilled fuel.
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