EN - 8
Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
wire, toys, etc., which could be thrown by the
blades.
Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or
floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough
terrain. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees or other objects that may
obscure vision.
Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and
cause an accident.
Operate machine only in daylight or good
artificial light.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of
control and tip-over accidents, which can
result in severe injury or death. Operation on
all slopes requires extra caution. If you
cannot reverse up the slope or if you feel
uneasy on it, DO NOT mow it.
DO NOT operate on slopes of more than
15°.
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
ALWAYS keep the machine in gear when
going down slopes. DO NOT shift to neutral
and coast downhill.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
DO NOT mow on moist or wet grass. Tyres
may lose traction causing a loss of control.
Use extra care whilst operating the machine
with grass catchers or other attachments;
they can affect the stability of the machine.
DO NOT use on steep slopes.
Keep all movements on the slope
slow
and
gradual
. DO NOT make sudden changes in
speed or direction, which could cause the
machine to roll over.
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a
slope. If the tyres lose traction, disengage
the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
Operation on slopes may lead to loss of
steering control. When operating on slopes
be prepared to react to an emergency
situation:
• Return steering levers to neutral position.
• Immediately set parking brake.
• Turn off PTO and engine.
DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
DO NOT park on slopes unless necessary.
When parking on slopes ALWAYS chock or
block wheels. ALWAYS set parking brake.
Choose a low ground speed so you will not
have to stop or shift whilst on a slope.
DO NOT mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The machine could suddenly
roll over if a wheel goes over the edge or if
the edge caves in.
DO NOT bypass transmission or allow
transmission to free-wheel when on a slope.
Fuel
To avoid personal injury or property damage,
use extreme care in handling fuel. fuel is
extremely flammable and the vapors are
explosive.
Ethanol blends must not exceed E10. Higher
ethanol content may cause your
machine to run hotter and damage your
engine.
Replace fuel cap securely and clean up spilt
fuel before starting engine.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.
Use only an approved fuel container.
NEVER store the machine or fuel container
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot
light such as on a water or space heater or
other appliances.
NEVER fill containers inside a vehicle or on
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
ALWAYS place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
NEVER fuel the machine indoors.
NEVER remove fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow engine to cool before
fueling.
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are
explosive. Handle with care. Use only an
approved fuel container with an
appropriately-sized dispensing spout.
NO smoking, NO sparks, NO flames.
Remove fuel-powered equipment from the
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is
not possible, then refuel such equipment
with a portable container, rather than from a
fuel dispenser nozzle.
