4.3.9Changing Gears
When changing gears, always squeeze drive levers and/or engage neutral lock latches or park brakes. The shift lever may be moved with a knee or by hand.
NOTE: Reverse gear is reverse assist only, the operator must pull the unit backwards.
4.3TRANSPORTING
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦Loading the mower onto a trailer without strong enough or properly supported ramps could be dangerous.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦The ramps could collapse causing the unit to fall, which could cause injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦Use proper ramps that are secured to the truck or trailer.
♦Keep feet and legs out from under the unit when loading and unloading.
♦If necessary, use assistance when loading.
Use a heavy duty trailer to transport the machine. Engage park brakes and block wheels. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer with straps, chains, cables or ropes.
Do not rely solely on parking brake to hold machine on trailer.
Use a safety chain and be sure that the trailer has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
5. MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS
5.1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
For B & S and 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki units
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦Remove the key from the ignition switch and pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Also push the wire(s) aside so it does not accidentally contact the spark plug(s).
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