SAFETY ICONS

Warning: Read Operator’s

Manual.

Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine.

Danger: Thrown Objects.

This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away.

Warning: Remove Key Before

Servicing.

Remove the key and consult technical literature before performing repairs or maintenance.

Danger: Machine Rollover.

Operating on steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of steering, control and rollover. Do not use this machine on slopes greater than 10°.

Danger: Machine Rollover.

Do not operate on any slopes when wet or slippery. Do not operate near drop-offs or near water.

Danger: Dismemberment.

This machine can amputate limbs. Keep bystanders and children away when engine is running.

Danger: Dismemberment.

This mower deck can amputate limbs. Keep hands and feet away from blades.

Danger: Dismemberment.

This machine can crush and cut. Keep hands away from belts and pulleys.

Danger: Dismemberment.

This machine can crush and cut.

Keep hands away from fans.

Danger: Carbon Monoxide

Poisoning.

Do not operate the engine in an unventilated area.

Danger: Fire Hazard.

Keep unit free of grass, leaves and excess oil. Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running. Stop engine and allow to cool for 5 minutes prior to adding fuel. Do not add fuel indoors, in an enclosed trailer, garage or other enclosed areas. Clean up spilled fuel. Do not smoke while operating this machine.

Safety Icons / Identification Numbers

SAFETY INTERLOCK

SYSTEM

This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly.

Operational SAFETY Checks

Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:

•PTO switch is engaged, OR

•Parking brake is not engaged, OR

•Motion control handles are not in the NEUTRAL position, OR

•Operator is not on the seat.

Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank if:

•PTO switch is NOT engaged, AND

•Parking brake is engaged, AND

•Motion control handles are locked in the NEUTRAL position, AND

•Operator is on the seat.

Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:

•Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR

•Operator rises off seat with parking brake disen- gaged.

•Operator moves motion control handles inward before disengaging parking brake.

Test 4 — Blade Brake Check

Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within seven (7) seconds after electric PTO switch is turned off (or operator rises off seat). If mower drive belt does not stop within seven (7) sec- onds, see your dealer.

NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must be turned off, parking brake must be engaged, and the motion control handles must be locked in the NEUTRAL position after the operator returns to the seat in order to start the engine.

WARNING

If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not operate it. See your authorized dealer. Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety interlock system.

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