Jacobsen 10029194, Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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SAFETY
ROPS
• The ROPS is a safety device. Keep the ROPS in the vertical and locked position. Always use the seat belt when you
operate the mower. Make sure the seat belt can be released quickly in an emergency.
• Only operate the mower with the ROPS in the folded position on flat and level surfaces when necessary. Do not
operate the mower with the ROPS in the folded position on slopes, near sharp edges or near water. There is no roll
over protection with the ROPS in the folded position.
• Check for clearance before you drive below objects. Do not contact tree branches, electrical wires or other objects
with the ROPS.
• Do not use the seat belt with the ROPS in the folded position.
• Inspect the ROPS for damage. Keep the ROPS hardware fastened.
• Do not weld, drill, change or bend the ROPS. Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not try to correct a damaged ROPS.
• Do not remove the ROPS from the mower.
• Jacobsen must approve any changes to the ROPS.
Maintenance and Storage
• Before you clean, adjust or repair this equipment, push PTO switch to the OFF position, lower the cutting unit to the
ground, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key.
• Make sure the mower is parked on a solid and level surface.
• Never work on a mower that is lifted only by the jack. Always use the jack stands.
• Never allow persons to service the mower or its attachments without correct instructions.
• When the mower is parked, put into storage or left without an operator, lower the cutting device unless a positive
mechanical lock is used.
• When you put the mower on a trailer or put the mower in storage, close the fuel valve. Do not keep fuel near flames
or drain the fuel inside a building.
• Disconnect the battery before you service the mower. Always disconnect the negative battery cable before the posi -
tive battery cable. Always connect the positive battery cable before the negative battery cable.
• Charge the battery in an area with good airflow. The battery can release hydrogen gas that is explosive. To prevent
an explosion, keep any device that can cause sparks or flames away from the battery.
• Disconnect the battery charger from the power supply before you connect or disconnect the battery charger to the
battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools when you service the battery.
• Be careful and wear gloves when you check or service the cutting unit blades. Replace any damaged blades, do not
try to correct a damaged blade.
• Keep your hands and feet away from parts that move. Do not adjust the mower with the engine in operation, unless
the adjustment needs the engine in operation.
• Carefully release the pressure from components with stored energy.
• Keep the mower and the engine clean.
• Allow the engine to become cool before storage and always remove the ignition key.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to make sure the equipment is in safe condition.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Replace damaged or worn decals. Only use parts, accessories and
attachments approved by Jacobsen.
• To decrease the fire hazard, remove materials that burn from the engine, muffler, battery tray and fuel tank area.
• Disconnect the battery and controller connectors before you weld on this mower.
When you Put the mower on a trailer
• Be careful when you load or unload the mower on a trailer. Trailer must be wider than the mower and can carry the
weight of the mower.
• Use a full-width ramp to load or unload the mower on a trailer.