Exmark 4500-367 manual Maintenance and Storage

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Safety

Avoid sudden starts when mowing downhill. Mower may tip forwards.

Be aware that operating on wet grass, across steep slopes or downhill may cause the mower to lose traction. Loss of traction to the drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of braking and steering.

Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly off the slope.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability.

Use extreme care with attachments. These can change the stability of the machine and cause loss of control.

Maintenance and Storage

Disengage drives, lower implement, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.

Keep engine, engine area, and pump drive belt compartment free from accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease or oil, and other debris which can accumulate in these areas. These materials can become combustible and may result in a fire.

Let engine cool before storing and do not store near flame or any enclosed area where open pilot lights or heat appliances are present.

Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do Not store fuel near flames or drain indoors.

Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.

Use jack stands to support components when required.

Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy.

Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before making any repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect positive first and negative last.

Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them. Only replace damaged blades. Never straighten or weld them.

Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible, do not make adjustments with the engine running.

Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.

Keep all guards, shields and all safety devices in place and in safe working condition.

Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper tightness.

Frequently check for worn or deteriorating components that could create a hazard.

All replacement parts must be the same as or equivalent to the parts supplied as original equipment.

WARNING

Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid accidentally injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result.

Make sure all hydraulic fluid hoses and lines are in good condition and all hydraulic connections and fittings are tight before applying pressure to hydraulic system.

Keep body and hands away from pinhole leaks or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic fluid.

Use cardboard or paper, not your hands, to find hydraulic leaks.

Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic system by placing the motion control levers in neutral and shutting off the engine before performing any work on the hydraulic system.

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