Safety Instructions
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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 run the engine in a confined area
without adequate ventilation.
Exhaust fumes
are hazardous and can be deadly.
8.
Do not carry passengers
- maximum seating
capacity is one (1) person.
9. 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.
10.
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.
11. Disengage the blade drive when transporting
the machine across drives, sidewalks, etc.
Never
raise the mower deck while blades are
rotating.
12.
The maximum recommended side slope
operating angle is 20 degrees or 33% grade.
When operating the machine on a slope, reduce
speed and use caution to start, stop, and
maneuver. To prevent tipping or loss of control
of the machine, avoid sharp turns or sudden
changes in direction.
13.
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,
engage 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.
14.
Do not operate with the grass deflector
chute removed.
Keep the deflector in the low-
est possible position.
15. 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.
16.
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.
17. If the cutting blades strike a solid object or the
machine begins to vibrate abnormally,
immediately disengage the blade clutch
(PTO), stop the engine, and wait for all
moving parts to stop.
To prevent accidental
starting, disconnect the spark plug wires.
Thoroughly inspect the mower and repair any
damage before restarting the engine and
operating the mower. Make sure cutter blades
are in good condition and blade bolts are
torqued to 64 ft-lb (86.8 N
·
m).
18.
Do not touch the engine or muffler while the
engine is running
or immediately after stop-
ping the engine. These areas may be hot
enough to cause serious burns.
19. When leaving the machine unattended,
disen-
gage the blade clutch (PTO), stop the engine,
and remove the key.
