Axion CZT2142, ZT18533 manual Safety Rules, General Operation

SAFETY RULES

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.

This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

GENERAL OPERATION			19. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
1.	Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the			weights or counterweights.
			20. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents
	manual and on the unit before starting.
				occurring to other people or property.
2.	Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under
			21. All drivers should seek and obtain professional and
	the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
				practical instruction.
	all times.
			22. Always wear substantial footwear and trousers.
3.	Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with
				Never operate when barefoot or wearing sandals.
	the instructions, to operate the unit (local regulations
			23. Before using, always visually check that the blades
	can restrict operator age).
				and blade hardware are present, intact, and secure.
4.	Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,
				Replace worn or damaged parts.
	etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the
			24. Disengage attachments before: refueling, removing
	blade(s).
				an attachment, making adjustments (unless the
5.	Be sure the area is clear of other people before
				adjustment can be made from the operator’s
	mowing. Stop the unit if anyone enters the area.
				position).
6.	Never carry passengers.
			25. When the machine is parked, stored, or left
7.	Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
				unattended, lower the cutting means unless a positive
	Always look down and behind before and while
				mechanical lock is used.
	travelling in reverse.	ReproductionWear hearing protection when operating this
8.	Never direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid		26. Befo e leaving the operator’s position for any reason,
	discharging material against a wall or obstruction.			engage the parki	g brake, disengage the blades
	Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop			(PTO), stop the e	gi e, a d remove the key.
	the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.		27. To reduce f re hazard, keep the unit free of grass,
9.	Do not operate the machine without the entire grass			leaves, & excess	l. Do not stop or park over dry
	catcher, discharge guard (deflector), or other safe y			leaves, grass, or combustible materials.
	devices in place and operational.		28. It is a viola ion of California Public Resource Code
10. Slow down before turning.				Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on or near
11. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always				any forest- overed, brush-covered, or grass-covered
	disengage the blades (PTO), set parking brake, st			land nless the exhaust system is equipped with a
	engine, and remove keys before dismounting.			spark arrester meeting any applicable local or state
12. Disengage blades (PTO) when not mowing. Shut off				laws. Other states or federal areas may have similar
	engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete			laws.
	stop before cleaning the machine, removing the g ass		29. OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing
				protection when exposed to sound levels greater than
	catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.
				85 dBA for an 8 hour time period.
13. Operate the machine only in daylight or good a tificial
	light.
14. Do not operate the unit while under the influence of
	alcohol or drugs.
				CAUTION
15	Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
	roadways.
				This machine produces sound levels in
16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit
				excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and
	into a trailer or truck.
17. Always wear eye protection when operating this unit.				can cause hearing loss though extended
18. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and				periods of exposure.
	above, are involved in a large percentage of power
	equipment-related injuries. These operators should			machine.
	evaluate their ability to operate the equipment safely
	enough to protect themselves and others from injury.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

1.When transporting the unit on an open trailer, make sure it is facing forward, in the direction of travel. If the unit is facing backwards, wind lift could damage the unit.

2.Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage.

3.Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed poorly ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition source (such as a furnace, water heater, etc.) and cause an explosion. Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.

4.Never store the unit or fuel container inside where there is an open flame or pilot light, such as near a water heater. Allow unit to cool before storing.

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