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2.1.4 WHILE OPERATING THE MACHINE
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The machine must not be used for work on slopes that have an incline greater than
12°
(
21%
).
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Transport of other passengers, animals or loads directly on the machine is forbidden. Transport of loads is only permitted on
trailers approved by the machine's manufacturer.
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Even when leaving the machine for a short time, always remove the key from the ignition.
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If you are driving the machine away from the work area where you are mowing, always disengage the mowing deck and lift it to
the transport position.
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Do not mow near piles of material, holes or banks. The riding mower may suddenly roll over if the wheel goes over the edge of
a hole, trench or an edge that may collapse.
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When working, avoid mole mounds, concrete supports, tree stumps, garden bed and footpath kerbs, which must not come into
contact with the blades and so cause damage to the mowing deck, the side discharge cover and the machine's mechanism.
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In the event of an impact into a rigid object, stop and turn off the mowing deck and engine and inspect the entire machine,
particularly the steering mechanism. If necessary perform repairs before starting up the engine again.
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Whenever possible avoid using the machine in wet grass. Reduced traction may lead to skidding.
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Avoid obstacles (e.g. sudden change in the incline of a slope, trenches, etc.) on which the machine could roll over.
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Do not attempt to maintain the stability of the machine by stepping on the ground.
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Only use the machine in daylight hours or with good artificial lighting.
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Lightning can cause serious injury or death. Do not use the machine when a storm is approaching and lightning flashes can be
seen or thunder can be heard, find safe shelter.
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Driving the machine on public roads is not permitted.
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Do not leave the engine running in closed areas. The exhaust fumes contain substances that are odourless but are fatally
poisonous.
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Do not put your hands or legs underneath the mowing deck cover or the side discharge cover. Never put any part of your body
near the rotating or moving parts of the machine. Do not attempt to use your hands or other temporary items to stop or slow
down moving cutting blades!
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Do not start the engine without an exhaust pipe.
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Always pay full attention to driving and other activities performed with the machine. The most common causes of loss of control
over the machine are for example:
-
Loss of wheel traction.
- Excessive speed, not adjusting speed to current conditions and terrain properties.
- Sudden braking where the wheels lock up.
- Using the machine for purposes for which is was not designed.
2.1.5 AFTER FINISHING WORK WITH THE MACHINE
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Always maintain the machine and its accessories clean and in good technical condition.
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The rotating blades are sharp and may cause injuries. Whenever handing the blades always use protective gloves or wrap the
blades.
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Regularly check the nuts and bolts securing the blades so that they are tightened with the appropriate amount of torque
(
6.3.6 ).
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Pay special attention to lock nuts. After the nut is loosened a second time its locking capability is reduced and therefore it needs
to be replaced with a new one.
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Regularly inspect all components and if necessary replace those that need to be replaced based on the
manufacturer's recommendations.
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Regularly lubricate the recommended parts of the machine according to the lubrication plan ( 6.4 ).
2.2 | SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORK ON SLOPES
Slopes are the main cause of accidents, loss of control over the machine or subsequent roll-overs, which may lead to serious
injuries or death. Mowing on slopes always requires an increased level of attention. If you are not sure, or it exceeds your ability, do
not mow on slopes.
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Riding mowers can be used on slopes with a maximum incline up to
12°
(
21%
) and only in the direction of the fall line, i.e.
upwards or downwards. More information 5.5.4
.
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When changing direction increased care is needed. Do not turn on a slope unless it is absolutely necessary.
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Watch out for holes, roots, uneven terrain. Uneven terrain may cause the machine to turn over. High grass may conceal hidden
obstacles. Therefore, remove all foreign objects from the area where you wish to mow in advance.
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Select such a speed so that you do not need to stop when on a hill.
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Perform all movements on a slope slowly and smoothly. Do not make sudden changes to speed or direction.
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Avoid starting up or stopping on a slope. In the event that the wheels lose traction, turn off the power to the blades and drive
slowly down the hill.
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Start driving very carefully and slowly when on a slope so that the machine does not "skip". Always reduce the machine's driving
speed before a slope, and especially when driving down a hill lower the driving speed to minimum to take advantage of the
braking effect of the transmission.