Maintenance & Adjustment Safety
This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal operation and servicing of this equipment.
DANGER – denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING – denotes a hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information. IMPORTANT calls attention to special mechanical information and NOTE: emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.
All operators should read this manual, or be instructed about safe operating and maintenance procedures. This is the owner’s responsibility.
Improper use or maintenance by the operator, mechanic, or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert symbol, which means DANGER or WARNING – “personal safety instructions.” Failure to comply with the instructions may result in personal injury or death.
Incorrect usage of this machine may result in severe injury. Personnel operating and maintaining it should be trained in the proper use and should read the manuals completely and thoroughly before attempting to
The Quick Reference Decals, located in front of and to the right of the seat, are designed to give the operator/mechanic brief information needed in the daily operation and service of the machine. These decals are not intended to be used in place of this manual but instead is to be used as an extension of this manual. These decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace these decals if they become unreadable.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operator/mechanic reads and understands this manual and all decals before operating this machine. It is also the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operator/mechanic is a qualified and physically able individual, properly trained in the operation of this equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator/mechanic.
The owner should also ensure that the operator/mechanic knows that they are responsible for their own safety as well as the safety of other persons within the vicinity. Remember, the operator/mechanic is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Safe Maintenance & Adjustment Practices
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to tractor. Place control levers in the park brake position, disengage deck clutch, remove ignition switch key and disconnect the negative battery cable. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained personnel only. To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure proper ventilation is available when engine must be operated in an enclosed area.
Follow daily and weekly checklists, making sure hoses are tightly secured and bolts are tightened.
Keep your machine clean and remove any deposits of trash and clippings, which can cause engine fires and hydraulic overheating as well as excessive belt wear. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.
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