Iseki SBC550FH, Operation Manual

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1.9. Inspect the front mower periodically. If not, this
may not only shorten the front mower's service
life but also make safe and efficient operation
impossible.
1.10. Never use the front mower out of normal usage
even if it is not mentioned at this operation
manual.
2. BEFORE STARTING THE FRONT MOWER
2.1. Set up an operation plan with sufficient time
allowance. A tight plan may result in unexpected
accidents. Especially when operating the front
mower under extremely hot, cold, or humid
circumstances, set up an operation schedule or
method which will ensure operational safety.
2.2. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Mowing in the dark may cause unexpected
accidents.
2.3. Thoroughly inspect the mowig area and remove
all objects from the mowing area that the front
mower can throw, such as stones, toys, sticks,
and wires, which may lead to serious accidents.
2.4 Ensure that there are no people or pets in the
area where you will mow. Keep children out of
the mowing area and under the watchful care of a
responsible adult.
2.5. Do not operate the front mower unless the
operator’s presence controls, safety switches,
and guards are attached and functioning properly.
2.6. Start the engine from the operating or designated
starting position.
2.7. Before starting the enjine, make sure that
everything is safe around the front mower and
put the traction drive in neutral, set parking brake,
and disengage the cutting unit (s). Otherwise,
unexpected accidents may occur.
2.8. Start the engine with the starter switch only.
Never attempt to start the engine by shorting the
terminals, or the front mower may move abruptly,
and result in unexpected accidents.
2.9. Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
Sufficient ventilation shoud be provided when
starting the engine in an enclosed area.
2.10. Make sure of safety around the front mower and
move slowly when starting. Abrupt starting may
cause unexpected accidents.
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