Exmark Lazer Z XS manual Transporting

Rotate ignition switch to “OFF” position. Remove the key to prevent children or other unauthorized persons from starting engine.

Close fuel shut-off valve when machine will not be used for a few days, when transporting, and when the unit is parked inside a building.

4.4TRANSPORTING

4.4.1Transporting a Unit: Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Lock brake and block wheels. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Be sure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law. Secure a trailer with a safety chain.

CAUTION

POTENTIAL HAZARD

♦This unit does not have proper turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow moving vehicle emblem. These items are required to drive on a public street or roadway.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

♦Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment is dangerous and can lead to accidents causing personal injury.

♦Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment may also be a violation of State laws and the operator may be subject to traffic tickets and/or fines.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

♦Do not drive a unit on a public street or roadway.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

♦Loading a unit on a trailer or truck increases the possibility of backward tip-over.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

♦Backward tip-over of the unit could cause serious injury or death.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

♦Use extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp.

♦Use only a single, full width ramp; DO NOT use individual ramps for each side of the unit.

♦If individual ramps must be used, use enough ramps to create an unbroken ramp surface wider than the unit.

♦DO NOT exceed a 15° angle between ramp and ground or between ramp and trailer or truck.

♦Avoid sudden acceleration while driving unit up a ramp to avoid tipping backward.

♦Avoid sudden deceleration while backing unit down a ramp to avoid tipping backward.

4.4.2Loading a Unit: Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual ramps for each side of the unit. The lower rear section of the tractor frame extends back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward. Having a full width ramp provides a surface for the frame members to contact if the unit starts to tip backward. If it is

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