350157 Rev 11/02
Avoid skin contact with battery acid.
Always wear eye protection when
checking the battery, acid can cause
serious injury to skin and eyes. If
contact occurs, flush area with clean
water and call physician immediately.
Acid will also damage clothing.
Do not allow open flame near the
battery when charging.
Hydrogen gas forms inside the
battery. This gas is both toxic and
flammable and may cause an
explosion if exposed to flame.
Always remove the negative ground
first and replace it last.
Do not overfill battery.
Electrolyte may overflow and
damage paint, wiring or structure.
When cleaning the battery, use soap
and water. Be careful not to get
soap and water into the battery. Use
soda mixed in water to clean
corrosion off the terminals.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under
pressure can penetrate skin.
Hydraulic fluid may also cause
infection in a minor cut or opening in
the skin; if exposed to hydraulic fluid,
see a doctor at once.
Before applying pressure to hydraulic
system, make sure all connections
are tight and all hoses and lines are
in good condition.
Relieve all pressure in the system
before disconnecting or working on
hydraulic lines.
To find a leak under pressure, use a
piece of cardboard or wood – never
use your hands.
To relieve all pressure in system,
turn engine off and lower attachment.
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Do not remove or modify stabilizer
wheels or injury can result.
Never operate the mower deck with
side deflector removed or in raised
position, except when the grass
catcher attachment is being used.
Hot surface!
Keep shields or covers in place
while machine is in operation.
Keep hands away from rotating
pulleys and belts.
Whirling blades! Keep hands and
feet away.
Beware of thrown objects.