7
Safety Instructions
Release the steering levers and simultaneously
(2) Move the FSC to the
NEUTRAL-PARK
position. When the machine is stopped or
moving slowly, engage the parking brake.
NOTE:
The emergency stop procedure is
exactly the same procedure as used to normal-
ly stop and park this machine.
6. Disengage the blade clutch, put the FSC in the
NEUTRAL-PARK
position, and engage the
Parking Brake before starting the engine (an
ignition interlock switch normally prevents start-
ing 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 three controls, one at a time; (1) Move
the FSC lever out of the
NEUTRAL-PARK
position, (2) Engage the PTO Clutch, and (3)
Disengage the Parking Brake. Moving any of
these controls should stop the engine immedi-
ately.
8.
Do not run the engine in a confined area
without adequate ventilation.
Exhaust fumes
are hazardous and can be deadly.
9.
Do not carry passengers
- maximum seating
capacity is one (1) person.
10.
Avoid sudden starts or stops.
Before back-
ing 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 road-
ways.
11. When moving forward,
do not
suddenly put the
tractor in reverse by rapidly pulling on the steer-
ing levers, especially when going downhill, as
this can lift the tractor tail wheel off the ground
and set up a bucking motion due to operator
overcontrol. If bucking does occur, immediately
stop the bucking action by pulling the Forward
Speed Control (FSC) lever into the
NEU-
TRAL-PARK
position.
DANGER
Do not operate tractor within 5 feet (1.5 me-
ters) of an embankment or retaining wall
with drop off.
12.
The maximum recommended slope operat-
ing angle in dry conditions is 15 degrees or
27% 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. Do not operate
the machine on a slope greater than 15 de-
grees.
13.
The maximum recommended slope operat-
ing angle in snow or ice conditions is 5
degrees or 9% grade.
Do not operate the
machine on a snow or ice-covered slope great-
er than 5 degrees.
14. Operating the machine on snow or ice-covered
slopes decreases safety.
It is the operator’s
responsibility to determine what conditions
are safe for operation.
15.
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.
16. When leaving the machine unattended,
disen-
gage the blade clutch (PTO), engage the
parking brake, stop the engine, and remove
the key.
17. If a PTO-driven implement strikes a solid object
or the machine begins to vibrate abnormally,
immediately disengage the PTO clutch,
engage the parking brake, stop the engine,
and wait for all moving parts to stop
. Discon-
nect the spark plug wire(s) to prevent acciden-
tal starting. Thoroughly inspect the implement
and repair any damage before restarting the
engine and operating the machine. Make sure
implement components are in good condition
and all bolts are tight.
NOTE:
The PTO brake should stop drive line
rotation within five (5) seconds of disengaging
the PTO clutch. If the brake is not functioning
properly, have it repaired by an authorized
dealer immediately.
