Woods Mov'n Machine FZ23B, Operator'S Manual

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Safety 5
MM F-Series (Rev. 8/1/2008)
TRAINING
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Safety instructions are important! Read all
attachment and power unit manuals; follow all
safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace-
ment manuals and safety decals are available from
your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check
the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,
or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-
6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules
can result in serious injury or death.
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Data indicates that those operators age 60 years
and above are involved in a large percentage of rid-
ing mower-related injuries. Those operators should
evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves and others
from injury.
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If you do not understand any part of this manual
and need assistance, see your dealer.
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Know your controls and how to stop engine and
attachment quickly in an emergency.
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Operators must be instructed in and be capable
of the safe operation of the equipment, its attach-
ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to
operate this equipment without proper instructions.

Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
PREPARATION
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Check that all hardware is properly installed.
Always tighten to torque chart specifications
unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
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Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate
.
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Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
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Make sure the driveline spring-activated locking
collar slides freely and is seated firmly in power
unit PTO groove. Make sur e the set screws
securely attach driveline to the attachment gearbox
shaft.
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The safety interlock system was installed for
your protection. Do not disconnect, disable, over-
ride, or execute any action that would cause this
system to malfunction. If malfunction occurs, stop
all operation and contact dealer for repair.
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Remove accumulated debris from this equip-
ment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.

Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator.
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Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
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Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
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Be sure either the discharge chute, mulching
end cap, or complete vacuum attachment is
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-
aged.
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When using weight transfer system, correct
counterweight must be used to maintain stability.
See counterweight chart in power unit manual or
contact dealer.
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When equipped with ROPS, total vehicle weight
with all equipment, ballast, and operator must not
exceed 2,590 lbs.
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Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing
injury or damage.
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Do not mow on wet grass.
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While fueling, extinguish all cigarettes, cigars,
pipes, and other sources of ignition.

Never fuel the machine indoors.
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Never fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or a
truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always
place container on the ground away from the vehi-
cle before filling.
(Safety Rules continued on next page)
Safety is a primary concern in the design and
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped
out by an operator’s single careless act.
In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident preven-
tion are dependent upon the awareness, con-
cern, judgement, and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of equipment.
It has been said, “The best safety device is an
informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be
that kind of operator.
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!