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• Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, such as in a water heater. Allow
unit to cool before storing.
• Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store
fuel near flames or drain indoors.
• Keep all hardware, especially blade attachment bolts,
tight and keep all parts in good working condition.
Replace all worn or damaged decals.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
• Disengage drives, lower implement, set parking brake,
stop engine and remove key or disconnect spark plug
wire. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting,
cleaning or repairing.
• Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufflers, and engine to prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage.
• Let engine cool before storing and do not store near
flame.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained
personnel to service machine.
• Use jack stands to support components when required.
• Carefully release pressure from components with stored
energy.
• Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before
making any repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal
first and the positive last. Reconnect positive first and
negative last.
• Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them. Only
replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments with the engine running.
• Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away
from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting
or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothes
and use insulated tools.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage,
and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components
and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts,
when necessary.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.
• Use only factory authorized replacement parts when
making repairs.
• Always comply with factory specifications on all settings
and adjustments.
• Only authorized service locations should be utilized for
major service and repair requirements.
• Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless
you have been properly trained. Improper service
procedures can result in hazardous operation, equipment
damage and voiding of manufacturer’s warranty.
WARNING
Units with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors:
Hydraulic
fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force to
penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If foreign fluid is
injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within
a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or
gangrene may result. Keep body and hands away from
pin holes or nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high
pressure. Use paper or cardboard, and not hands, to search
for leaks. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight
and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition
before applying pressure to the system. If leaks occur, have
the unit serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.
WARNING
Stored energy device. Improper release of springs can
result in serious personal injury. Springs should be removed
by an authorized technician.
WARNING
Units equipped with an engine radiator:
Stored energy
device. To prevent serious bodily injury from hot coolant or
steam blow-out, never attempt to remove the radiator cap
while the engine is running. Stop the engine and wait until
it is cool. Even then, use extreme care when removing the
cap.
Roll Bar Instructions
For models equipped with factory-installed Roll Over
Protection System (ROPS).
WARNING
In order to avoid serious injury or death from roll over, it is
important to follow the warnings listed below.
Operational Warnings
• Always use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the raised
position.
• Never use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the down
position.
• Remember there is no roll over protection when the
roll bar is in the down position so it is very important to
always keep the roll bar in the raised position whenever
possible.
• Lower the roll bar to the down position only when it is
absolutely necessary.
• Check for overhead clearances before driving under any
objects. Do not allow roll bar to contact low overhanging
obstacles such as tree branches and guide wires.
• Never remove the roll bar from the vehicle.
• Do not exceed the machine weight rating of the roll bar.
• Read and follow all of the instructions shown below
regarding the inspection and maintenance of the roll bar
structure and the seat belt.
