Safety Instructions
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5. In case the transmission drive belt breaks during
operation, and if the machine is on a slope, the
machine will freewheel down the slope.
To main-
tain control,
immediately (1) Release the steer-
ing levers and simultaneously (2) Move the FSC
to the
NEUTRAL-PARK
position. When the ma-
chine is stopped or moving slowly, engage the
parking brake.
NOTE:
This is exactly the same procedure used
to normally stop and park the machine.
6. Disengage the blade clutch and put the FSC in
the
NEUTRAL-PARK
position before starting
the engine (an ignition interlock switch normally
prevents starting of the machine if these controls
are in the
OPERATING
position).
7.
Do not operate machine if the operator pres-
ence safety switch system is not working.
Verify proper operation by having the operator lift
off the seat with the engine running and moving
two controls, one at a time; (1) Move the FSC
lever out of the
NEUTRAL-PARK
position, and
(2) Engage the PTO Clutch. Moving either con-
trol should stop the engine after a 1-1/2 second
delay.
8.
Do not run the engine in a confined area with-
out adequate ventilation.
Exhaust fumes are
hazardous and can be deadly.
9.
Do not carry passengers
- maximum seating
capacity is one (1) person.
10. Watch for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain
and for other hidden hazards. When mowing tall
grass, mow higher than desired to expose any
hidden obstacles. Then, clean the area and mow
to the desired height.
11.
Avoid sudden starts or stops.
Before backing
the machine up, look to the rear to be sure no one
is behind the machine. Watch carefully for traffic
when crossing or working near roadways.
12. Disengage the blade drive when transporting the
machine across drives, sidewalks, etc.
Never
raise the mower deck while blades are rotat-
ing.
DANGER
Do not mow or dump grass within 5 feet (1.5
meters) of an embankment or retaining wall
with drop off.
13.
The maximum recommended side slope op-
erating angle is 20 degrees or 33% grade.
When operating the machine on a slope, reduce
speed and use caution to start, stop, and maneu-
ver. To prevent tipping or loss of control of the
machine, avoid sharp turns or sudden changes
in direction.
14.
Never adjust cutting height while the mower
is moving.
Before
adjusting cutting height or
servicing,
move the Forward Speed Control
(FSC) into the
NEUTRAL-PARK
position, en-
gage the parking brake, and disengage the blade
clutch (PTO). Tractor should
not
be mov ing
while adjusting cutting height.
NOTE:
The clutch brake should normally stop
drive line rotation within five (5) seconds of dis-
engaging the PTO clutch.
15.
Do not operate with the grass deflector chute
removed.
Keep the deflector in the low est pos-
sible position.
16. When using the tilt-up deck,
observe the fol-
lowing recommendations:
a. Do not move tractor with deck in tilt-up
position.
b. Never tilt body forward with deck in tilt-up
position.
17.
In case of a clogged or plugged mower deck:
a. Disengage the blade clutch (PTO), set the
parking brake, and turn the engine off before
leaving the seat.
b.
LOOK
to make sure blade drive shaft move-
ment has stopped before trying to unclog the
system.
c. Disconnect the spark plug wires.
d. Never place hands under the deck - use a
stick or similar tool to remove clogged ma-
terial.
