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SAFETY
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Clean the machine regularly
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The parking brake is not suffi cient
to lock the machine in place during
transport. Ensure that the machine is
well fastened to the transport vehicle.
Always reverse the machine onto the
transport vehicle to avoid tipping it over.
WARNING!
This mower is equipped
with an internal combustion
engine and should not
be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered,
bush-covered or grass-
covered land unless the
engine’s exhaust system
is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable
local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used,
it should be maintained in
effective working order by
the operator.
A spark arrester for the muffl er is available through
your authorized Yazoo/Kees dealer.
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The blades are sharp and can cause
cuts and gashes. Wrap the blades or use
protective gloves when handling them.
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Check the parking brake’s functionality
regularly. Adjust and service as necessary.
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The mulch blades should only be used in
familiar areas when higher quality mowing is
desired.
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Reduce the risk of fi re by removing grass,
leaves, and other debris that may have
accumulated on the machine. Allow the
machine to cool before putting it in storage.
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Regularly clean deck and underside of
deck, avoid spraying engine and electrical
components with water.
Transport
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The machine is heavy and can cause serious
crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it
is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or
trailer.
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Use an approved trailer to transport the
machine. Activate the parking brake, turn off
the fuel supply, and fasten the machine with
approved fastening devices, such as bands,
chains, or straps, when transporting.
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Do not operate this machine on public
roadways.
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Check and abide by local traffi c regulations
before transporting the machine on any road.
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Do not tow this machine, it may cause
damage to the drive system.
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Do not tow any trailers with this mower. They
may jackknife or overturn causing damage to
the mower and possibly serious injury to the
operator.
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Load the unit onto truck or trailer by driving
up ramps of suitable strength using a slow
speed. Do not lift! The machine is not
intended to be lifted by hand.
Customer responsibilities
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Read and observe the safety rules.
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Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,
caring for and using your mower.
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Follow the instructions under “Maintenance”
and “Storage” sections of this owner’s
manual.
