damage. Repair any damage. Make sure the blades are in good condition and that the blade bolts are tight before restarting the engine.
13.Never leave the mower unattended without: turning off the blade clutch switch; placing the left and right steering levers in the neutral
14.Never walk or stand on the discharge side of a mower with the engine running. Turn off the blade clutch switch if another person approaches while you are operating the mower.
15.Never attempt to operate the traction unit without the mowing deck attached.
16.Keep the mower and especially the engine and hydraulic components clean and free of grease, grass and leaves to reduce the chance of fire and to permit proper cooling.
E.Towing
1.Tow only with a machine that has an approved hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.
2.Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.
3.Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.
4.On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.
Note: 5 degrees (9%) maximum slope.
5.Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
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