Safety Rules & Information
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE | 11. | Do not remove the fuel filter when the engine is hot as spilled | ||
Safe Handling of Gasoline |
| gasoline may ignite. Do not spread fuel line clamps further | ||
| than necessary. Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over the filter | |||
1. | Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of | 12. | after installation. | |
2. | ignition. | Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasohol | ||
Use only approved gasoline containers. |
| containing more than 10% ETHANOL, gasoline additives, or | ||
3. | Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. | 13. | white gas because engine/fuel system damage could result. | |
4. | Allow the engine to cool before refueling. | If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained outdoors. | ||
Never fuel the machine indoors. | 14. | Replace faulty silencers/mufflers. | ||
5. | Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an | 15. | Use only factory authorized replacement parts when making | |
| open flame, spark, or pilot light such as near a water heater or | 16. | repairs. |
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6. | other appliance. | Always comply with factory specifications on all settings and | ||
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed with a | 17. | adjustments. |
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| plastic bed liner. Always place containers on the ground away | Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major | ||
7. | from your vehicle before filling. | 18. | service and repair requirements. | |
Remove | Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you | |||
| refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such |
| have been properly trained. Improper service procedures can | |
| equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than |
| result in hazardous operation, equipment damage and voiding | |
8. | from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. | 19. | of manufacturer’s warranty. | |
Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container | On multiple blade mowers, take care as rotating one blade can | |||
| opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a | 20. | cause other blades to rotate. | |
9. | nozzle | Do not change engine governor settings or | ||
frequently and replace with manufacturer’sReproductionrecommended be removed by an authorized technician. | ||||
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. |
| engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can | ||
10. | Never | 21. | inc ease the hazard of perso al i jury. | |
11. | securely. | Disengage drive attachme ts, stop the engine, remove the | ||
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are |
| key, and disc | nnect the spark plug wire(s) before: clearing | |
12. | flammable and vapors are explosive. |
| attachment bl | ckages and chutes, performing service work, |
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the |
| striking an objec , r f the unit vibrates abnormally. After | ||
| machine away from the area of spillage and avoid crea ing any |
| striking an objec , nspect the machine for damage and make | |
13. | source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated. |
| repairs before res ar ing and operating the equipment. | |
Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps securely.for |
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| 22. | Never pla e hands near the moving parts, such as a hydro | |
Service & Maintenance |
| p mp ooling fan, when the tractor is running. (Hydro pump | ||
1. | Never run the unit in an enclosed area where carb n | 23. | Units with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors: WARNING: | |
2. | monoxide fumes may collect. |
| Hy raulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient | |
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight |
| f rce to penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If foreign fluid | ||
3. | and keep equipment in good condition. Not |
| is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a | |
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper |
| few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or | ||
| operation regularly and make necessary repairs if they a e n t |
| gangrene may result. Keep body and hands away from pin | |
4. | functioning properly. |
| holes or nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure. | |
Keep unit free of grass, leaves, or other debris |
| Use paper or cardboard, and not hands, to search for leaks. | ||
| up oil or fuel spillage. and remove any |
| Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and all | |
5. | Allow machine to cool before storage. |
| hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before | |
If you strike an object, stop and inspect the machine. R pair, |
| applying pressure to the system. If leaks occur, have the unit | ||
6. | if necessary, before restarting. | 24. | serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. | |
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. | WARNING: Stored energy device. Improper release of | |||
7. | Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard |
| springs can result in serious personal injury. Springs should | |
8. | parts, when necessary. | 25. | Models equipped with an engine radiator: WARNING: Stored | |
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and |
| energy device. To prevent serious bodily injury from hot | ||
9. | use extra caution when servicing them. |
| coolant or steam | |
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as |
| radiator cap while the engine is running. Stop the engine and | ||
10. | required. |
| wait until it is cool. Even then, use extreme care when | |
Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as |
| removing the cap. | ||
| necessary. |
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