8. TRANSPORTING B The engine and exhaust system become hot during operation t
and remain hot for a while after stopping. C&tact with hot engine components
can cause bums and can ignite some materials. ,
Avoid touching the engine or exhaust system for at least 15 minutes after the
engine has stopped. Allow the engine to cool before transporting the mower.
Before Loading
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Turn the fuel valve to the OFF
position. This will prevent the
possibility of carburetor flooding
and will reduce the possibility of
fuel leakage.
mely flammable, and gasoline vapor
can explode, causing injury or
death. Turn the fuel valve to the
OFF position when the mower is
not in use.
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Remove the grass bag.
FUEL VALVE
Loading/Unloading
To reduce the possibility of fuel leakage, keep the mower level while transporting,
and avoid tilting the mower excessively when loading and unloading.
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If a suitable loading ramp is not available, two people should lift the mower
on and off the vehicle, while holding the, mower level.
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Position the mower so all 4 wheels are on the bed of the vehicle.‘Tie the
mower down with rope or straps, and block the wheels. Keep the tie-down ’
rope or straps away from controls, adjustment levers, ‘cables, governor arm,
carburetor, and the fuel line.
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