• Make sure that the clutch control for the cutting deck
cannot operate when the operator is away from the
seat.
To do a check of the reverse operation system (ROS)
If the reverse operation system does not operate
correctly, repair the product immediately. Speak to an
approved service agent.
1. Start the product. Refer to
page 16
.
2. Engage the cutting deck. Refer to
disengage the cutting deck on page 20
.
3. Make sure that the engine stops when you try to
reverse with the ignition key is in the on position (A).
B
A
4. Start the product and engage the cutting deck again.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the ROS on position (B).
6. Make sure that the engine does not stop when you
reverse with the ignition key in the ROS on position.
To do a check of the brake
WARNING:
Brake maintenance is
necessary if the product uses more than 5
ft (1.5 m) to stop at the highest speed in the
highest gear on a level, dry surface.
1. Park the product on a level, dry concrete or paved
surface. Push the brake pedal down fully and
engage the parking brake.
2. Set the freewheel control to the “transmission
disengaged” position to disengage the transmission.
3. The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try
to manually push the product forward. If the rear
wheels rotate, then brake maintenance is necessary.
4. Speak to an approved service center.
Parking brake
WARNING:
If the parking brake does
not work, the product can start to move
and cause injury or damage. Make sure that
the parking brake is regularly examined and
adjusted.
To do a check of the brake on page 8
.
Muffler
The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and
sends the exhaust fumes away from the operator.
Do not use the product if the muffler is missing or
defective. A defective muffler increases the noise level
and the risk of fire.
WARNING:
The muffler becomes very
hot during and after use and when the
engine operates at idle speed. Be careful
near flammable materials and/or fumes to
prevent fire.
To do a check of the muffler
• Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is
attached correctly and not damaged.
To cut grass on slopes
WARNING:
Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• To cut grass on slopes increases the risk that you
can not control the product and that it overturns. This
can cause injury or death. It is necessary to cut the
grass carefully on all slopes. If you cannot reverse
up a slope or if you do not feel safe, do not cut it.
• Remove stones, branches and other obstacles.
• Cut up and down the slope, not from side to side.
• Do not move down a slope with the cutting deck
lifted.
• Do not operate the product on ground that slopes
more than 15°.
>
15°
• Do not start or stop on a slope.
• Move smoothly and slowly on slopes.
• Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
• Do not turn more than necessary. Turn slowly and
gradually when you move down a slope. Move at low
speed. Turn the wheel carefully.
• Look out for and do not move across furrows, holes
and bumps. There is a higher risk that the product
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