Worldlawn DIAMONDBACK, Operator'S Manual

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SLOPE OPERATION
Use extreme caution when mowing and/or
turning on slopes as loss of traction and/or tip-
over could occur. The operator is responsible
for the safe operation on slopes.
DANGER
Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can
cause sliding and loss of control.
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Keep ROPS in raised & locked position
and use seat belt.
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Mow across slopes, never up and down.
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Do Not mow slopes when grass is wet.
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Do Not mow near drop-offs or near water.
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Do Not mow slopes greater than 15
degrees.
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Reduce speed and use extreme caution
on slopes.
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Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed
changes.
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Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks,
tree limbs, etc. from the mowing area. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
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Be aware that operating on wet grass,
across steep slopes or downhill may cause
the mower to lose traction. Loss of traction
to the drive wheels may result in sliding and
a loss of braking and steering.
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Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips and
rises that change the operating angle, as
rough terrain could overturn the machine.
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Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on
a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly off the slope.
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Use extreme care with grass catchers or
attachments. These can change the
stability of the machine and cause loss of
control.
USING THE ROLLOVER
PROTECTION STRUCTURE
There is no rollover protection when the roll
bar is down. Wheels dropping over edges,
ditches, steep banks, or water can cause
rollovers, which may result in serious injury,
death or drowning.
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Keep the roll bar in the raised and locked
position and use seat belt.
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Lower the roll bar only when absolutely
necessary.
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Do Not wear seat belt when the roll bar is
down.
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Drive slowly and carefully.
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Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance
permits.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances
(i.e. branches, doorways, and electrical
wires) before driving under any objects
and Do Not contact them.
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In the event of a rollover, take the unit to
an Authorized Service dealer to have the
ROPS inspected.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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Before any maintenance, disengage drives,
lower implement, set parking brake, stop
engine and remove key or disconnect spark
plug wire. Wait for all moving parts to stop
before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
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Park machine on level ground. Never allow
untrained personnel to service machine
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For engine maintenance, follow the engine
manufacture’s recommendations as stated
in the engine manual.
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Keep engine, engine area, free from
accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive
grease, or oil and other debris. These
materials can become combustible and may
result in a fire.
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Maximum mowing results and safety can
only be achieved if the mower is properly
maintained and operated correctly.
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Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper
tightness.
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Keep all guards, shields and safety devices
in place and in safe working condition.
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All replacement parts must be the same as,
or equivalent to, the parts supplied on
original equipment.