OPERATION
Roll Bar and Safety Belt
Operate the unit with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. If it is necessary to lower roll bar, do not wear the seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
WARNING!
The seat belt must be used when the roll bar is in upright position.
Before Starting
•Read the sections Safety Instructions and Controls before starting the machine.
•Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance schedule in the Maintenance section).
•Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.
•Adjust the seat to the desired position.
The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started:
1.The blade switch for engaging the mower blades must be depressed.
2.The parking brake must be on.
Roll bar in upright position
Activate parking brake before starting
3. Both steering controls must be in the locked (outer) neutral position.
Place controls in neutral position
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