GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION
Park the machine on level ground. Before leaving the
driving position, stop the engine, make sure all moving
parts are stationary and that the traction control levers are
in the neutral position. Apply parking brake.
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Disconnect spark plug wire(s) before doing any
maintenance.
Particular care must be taken when adjusting the
carburetor while the engine is running. Keep hands
and feet clear. Shut off PTO.
When working underneath lifted parts or machines,
make sure adequate support is provided.
Do not dismantle the machine without releasing or
restraining forces which can cause parts to move
suddenly.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear and
deterioration.
Replace parts if worn, damaged, or faulty. For best
results, always replace with parts recommended by
the manufacturer.
Guards should only be removed by a qualified
technician for maintenance or service. Replace guards
when work is complete.
STORAGE
Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, muffler,
battery compartment and gasoline storage area free
of grass, leaves or excessive grease.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
Use only replacement parts supplied by the original
manufacturer.
FUEL
– Petrol (gasoline) and diesel
fuels are flammable; gasoline
vapors are explosive. Use
extra care when handling.
– Store only in containers spe-
cifically designed for fuel.
– When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overfill;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
until the spill is cleaned up and vapors have
cleared.
Sparks from static electricity can start fires or cause
explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static
electricity. To prevent static electricity sparks:
–
Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on the
ground away from the vehicle.
–
When practical, remove gas powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
If equipment must be refueled on the truck or trailer,
refuel from a portable container rather than a dis-
penser nozzle.
–
Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device
– Replace caps on fuel cans and tanks securely.
WARNING
BLADES
– Mower blades are sharp and
can cut. Use extra caution
when handling. Remove ob-
structions with care. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves.
– Be aware that rotating one blade on multiblade
mowers can cause other blades to rotate.
– Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.
– Keep other persons away from blades
.
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