Textron Jacobsen 32038, Technical Manual

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4
21" PUSH
MOWER
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Before using mower for the first time, check engine
oil and lubricate all points.
TRAINING
– Read the operator’s manual carefully. All rotary
grass cutters are potentially dangerous. No person
should operate the machine unless they are familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the machine.
– Never allow children, unskilled or untrained persons
to operate machine. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
– Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
– Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people
or their property.
PREPARATION
– Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
– Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all objects which may be
thrown by the machine.
– Gasoline is highly flammable. Store gasoline only
in a container specifically designed for gasoline
storage in a cool, dry place away from sparks and
open flame.
– When refueling or checking fuel level:
–
Stop engine. Allow to cool.
– Refuel outdoors only.
– Do not smoke.
– Use a funnel. Do not overfill. Clean up spills
and move machine away from spills before
starting.
– Replace caps tightly.
– Replace faulty muffler.
– Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blade, blade bolt and blade adaptor are not
worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged
blade and bolts.
– Never attempt to make adjustments while the
engine (motor) is running.
– Never operate the equipment in wet grass. Always
be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the
handle and walk; never run.
OPERATION
– Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
– Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
– Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
– Walk, never run.
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
– Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
mower towards you. Be sure the area behind is
clear.
– Stop the engine if the mower has to be tilted for
transportation, when crossing surfaces other than
grass and when transporting the mower to and
from the area to be mowed.
– Never operate the mower without proper guards,
plates, grass catcher or other protective safety
devices in place.
– Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
– Start the engine carefully according to instructions
and with feet well away from the blade.
– Do not start the engine when standing in front of the
discharge chute.
– Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
– Never pick up or carry a mower while the engine is
running.
– Stop the engine, wait for the blade to come to a
complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire:
–
before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
mower;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the mower
for damage and make repairs before restarting
and operating the mower;
– if mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately for the cause). Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
– Stop the engine:
–
whenever you leave the mower;
– before refuelling.