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SAFE OPERATIONS PRACTICES
6. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
Service
1. Keep machine in good working order. Do not use the tractor
until worn or damaged parts are replaced.
2. To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in
any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to
a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds.
Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor. Do
not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the
engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating
speed of the engine.
3. Tractor blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
4. Tractors with hydraulic pumps, hoses or motors; and/or
diesel injections systems have fluid systems under pressure.
Fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force to
penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If fluid is injected
into the skin, seek immediate medical attention. Keep
body and hands away from pin holes or nozzles that eject
fluid under high pressure. If a leak occurs, have the tractor
immediately serviced by an authorized dealer.
5. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain
the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Turn off
the engine, remove the key, and disconnect the spark
plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
6. Check to make sure the blades come to complete stop in
not more than (5) five seconds after disengaging the blade
disengagement control per the schedule shown on the
Maintenance Schedule chart in the Service and Maintenance
section of this manual. Measure the stopping time with a
stop watch. If the blades do not stop completely in less than
five seconds, your tractor should be serviced professionally
by an authorized dealer.
7. Check the safety interlock system for proper function per
the schedule shown on the Maintenance Schedule chart in
the Service and Maintenance section of this manual. If the
safety interlock system does not function properly, have
your tractor serviced professionally by an authorized dealer.
8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other
safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
9. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolt torque in
accordance to Maintenance Schedule chart in this manual.
Also, visually inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive
wear, bent, cracked). Replace the blade(s) with the original
equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only.
10. Use of service parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety.
11. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition. Review the
Maintenance Schedule chart in this manual for service
interval information.
12. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine.
Thoroughly inspect the tractor for any damage. Repair the
damage before starting and operating.
13. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the tractor
while the engine is running.
14. Grass catcher components and the chute deflector are
subject to wear and damage which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace immediately with original
equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only.
15. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
16. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,
etc. to protect the environment.
Notice Regarding Emissions
Engines which are certified to comply with California and
federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road
Equipment) are certified to operate on regular unleaded
gasoline, and may include the following emission control
systems: Engine Modification (EM) and Three Way Catalyst
(TWC) if so equipped.
When required, models are equipped with low permeation fuel
lines and fuel tanks for evaporative emission control. California
models may also include a carbon canister. Please contact
Customer Support for information regarding the evaporative
emission control configuration for your model.
Spark Arrestor
WARNING
This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine
and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the
engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator. In the State of California the
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your
nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
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