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Section 2
If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English
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or Spanish, it is the owner's responsibility to explain
this material to them.
DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing. Loose clothing,
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jewelry or long hair could get tangled in moving
parts. Do not operate the machine wearing shorts;
always wear adequate protective clothing including
long pants. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes and
a helmet is advisable and is required by some local
ordinances and insurance regulations.
WARNING
Always wear hearing protection. Operating this
machine over prolonged periods of time can
cause loss of hearing.
Keep the machine and attachments in good
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operating condition. Keep all shields and safety
devices in place. If a shield, safety device or decal
is defective or damaged, repair or replace it before
operating the machine.
WARNING
This machine is equipped with an interlock system
intended to protect the operator and others from
injury. This is accomplished by preventing the
engine from starting unless the deck drive is
disengaged, the parking brake is on, the steering
control levers are in the neutral position and the
operator is in the seat. The system shuts off the
engine if the operator leaves the seat with the deck
drive engaged and/or the steering control levers
are not in the neutral position and the parking
brake is not engaged. Never operate equipment
with the interlock system disconnected or
malfunctioning.
Be sure the interlock switches are functioning
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correctly.
Fuel is flammable; handle it with care. Fill the fuel
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tank outdoors. Never fill it indoors. Use a funnel or
spout to prevent spillage. Clean up any spillage
before starting the engine.
DO NOT add fuel to a running or hot engine. Allow
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the engine to cool for several minutes before adding
fuel. Never fuel indoors or inside enclosed trailers.
Keep flammable objects (cigarettes, matches, etc.),
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open flames and sparks away from the fuel tank and
fuel container. Use only approved containers.
Equipment must comply with the latest requirements
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per SAE J137 and/or ANSI/ASAE S279 when driven
on public roads.
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If the mower is driven on public roads, it must
comply with state and local ordinances as well as
SAE J137 and/or ANSI / ASAE S279 requirements.
Contact your local authorities for regulations and
equipment requirements.
Do not operate without the side discharge chute
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installed and in the down position or with an optional
grass catcher or mulch plate completely installed.
Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent intervals
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for proper tightness.
Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight
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and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good
condition before starting the machine.
OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS
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Know the function of all controls and how to stop
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quickly.
WARNING
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope,
attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down).
If the machine can back up the slope without the
wheels slipping, reduce speed and use extreme
caution. Under no circumstances should the
machine be operated on slopes greater than 15
degrees. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROvED
OPERATION.
Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on
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slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss
of control. Be especially cautious when changing
directions on slopes.
