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LT-200 Series

TP 300-4517-00-RG-N

3/2007

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Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of equipment, severe
personal injury or death to you, yourself or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of
amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle        in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be
followed.

IMPORTANT – Safe operation practices for riding mowers.
I. General operation

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on

the unit before starting.

2. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the unit.

3. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which

could be picked up and thrown by the blade(s).

4. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop the

unit if anyone enters the area.

5. Never carry passengers.
6. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look

down and behind before and while backing.

7. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at

anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass
catcher or the guard in place.

8. Slow down before turning.
9. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

10. Turn off blades when not mowing.
11. Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.
12. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
13. Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
15. Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit into a trailer or

truck.

II. Slope operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over
accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require
extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on
it, do not mow it. 

DO

• See your authorized dealer for recommendations of wheel weights

or counterweights to improve stability. 

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the

unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow ground speed so that you will not have to stop or change

speeds while on the slope. 

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These

can change the stability of the unit. 

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make

sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.

DO NOT

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The unit

could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or
ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the unit by putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence
of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing
activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw
them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care

of another responsible adult.

2. Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.
3. Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

4. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or

interfere with safe unit operation.

5. Never allow children to operate the unit.
6. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or

other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. Service

1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are

flammable and vapors are explosive.

a) Use only an approved container.
b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running.

Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

c) Never refuel the unit indoors.
d) Never store the unit or fuel container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

d) Clean up oil and fuel spills immediately. 

2. Never run a unit inside a closed area.
3. Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and

keep equipment in good condition.

4. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation

regularly.

5. Keep equipment free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.  
6. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if

necessary, before restarting.

7. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
8. 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, when
necessary, with manufacturer’s recommended parts.

9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear

gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

10. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
11. Allow the unit to cool before storing.

WARNING – SLOPE OPERATION

Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent (10°) which is a
rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.
When operating on slopes that are greater than 15 percent (8.5°)
but less than 30 percent use front counterweights and rear wheel
weights (see your dealer). Select slow ground speed before driving
onto slope. In addition to front and rear weights, use extra caution
when operating on slopes with rear-mounted grass catcher. Mow
UP and DOWN the slope, never across the face, use caution when
changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.

SAFETY RULES

Summary of Contents for LT-200 2690437

Page 1: ...p Personal Sections and items denoted by the Setup symbol provide the information necessary to fully assemble test and prepare the units described above for delivery to your customers Additional infor...

Page 2: ...ossible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The unit could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced tracti...

Page 3: ...HARDWARE o Check all OPERATOR CONTROLS o Test PARKING BRAKE o Perform MOWER BLADE STOPPING CHECK Blade must stop within 5 seconds o Check the Seat Switch connection o Perform SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM...

Page 4: ...tery follow the instructions provided by the battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings included in the safety rules section of this document Charge the battery until fully charged Do not ch...

Page 5: ...1 Turn the engine off and set the parking brake to PARK 2 Clean the area around the dip stick C Figure 3 3 Remove the dip stick C and clean it with a paper towel 4 Insert the dip stick C back into th...

Page 6: ...est do not operate tractor Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety system A B Safety Interlock System Tests This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches an...

Page 7: ...55 ft lbs 61 75 Nm A B C D Burnishing the Electric PTO Clutch 1 Select a safe area to operate the mower deck With the drive in neutral the PTO switch disengaged and an operator in the seat start the t...

Page 8: ...Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys Wipe surfaces clean before and after lubrication Grease steering linkage mower linkage front axle shafts remove wheel hubs rear axle shafts remove wheel hubs...

Page 9: ...0 Arbor Lubrication Point Figure 9 Mower Lubrication Points Hourmeter HOURMETER MODELS The hour meter measures the number of hours the key has been in the RUN position This hourmeter can not be reset...

Page 10: ...ion Place the mower lift lever in the lowest position also Slide mower deck under right side of tractor so that mower hitch is aligned with the front tractor hitch 3 Turn wheels straight Lift the mowe...

Page 11: ...ceed to step 5 If the difference is 1 8 3mm or less proceed to step 6 5 Turn the locknut B Figure 15 to raise or lower that side of the mower FRONT TO BACK LEVELING 6 Arrange the blades so they face f...

Page 12: ...Secure with locknut B Repeat steps 1 2 for all gauge wheels Seat Adjustment Seat Slide Adjustment The seat can be adjusted forward and back Move the lever A Figure 18 position the seat as desired and...

Page 13: ...djustment nuts B Figure 19 until the rotor face and armature face just contacts the gauge 5 Check the windows for an equal amount of tension when the gauge is inserted and removed and make any necessa...

Page 14: ...ce with a new belt Make sure V side of belt runs in arbor pulley grooves and the flat backside runs against the idler pulley 6 Some Models Position the belt stop bracket s C Figure 21 in their origina...

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