| Table of contents |
Important Safe Operation Practices | ................................................................................................................ 2 |
To the Dealer and Owner ................................................................................................................................ | 4 |
Safety Labels .................................................................................................................................................. | 5 |
Contents .......................................................................................................................................................... | 6 |
Installlation and Removal ................................................................................................................................ | 7 |
Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................... | 14 |
Deck Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................... | 17 |
Deck & Subframe Parts List ............................................................................................................................ | 20 |
Section 1: important safe operation practices
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this
This mower deck was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in injury. This mower deck is capable of amputating hands and feet or throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
GENERAL OPERATION
1.Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts
2.Only allow responsible individuals familiar with the instructions to operate the machine. Know the controls and how to stop the machine quickly.
3.Do not put hands or feet under the cutting deck or near rotating parts.
4.Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. which could be picked up and thrown by the blades. A small object may have been overlooked and could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause injury to you or a bystander. To help avoid a thrown objects injury, keep children, animals, bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation. Always wear safety glasses with side shields or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects. Stop the blades when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
5.Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
6.Never carry passengers.
7.Disengage the blades before shifting into reverse and backing up. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
8.Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the chute guard in place.
9.Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.
10.Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off the blades, place the transmission in neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove key before leaving the area.
11.Turn off blades when not mowing.
12.Stop the engine and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before (a) removing the grass catcher or unclogging chute, or (b) making any repairs, adjusting or removing any grass or debris.
13.Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
14.Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
15.Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
16.Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine onto a trailer or truck. Be sure truck is wide enough and on a firm, level surface. Use loading ramps and attach them properly to the truck bed. Use a
17.Never make a cutting height adjustment while the engine is running if the operator must dismount to do so.
18.Wear sturdy,
19.Check overhead clearance carefully before driving under power lines, wires, bridges or low hanging tree branches, before entering or leaving buildings, or in any other situation where the operator and/or roll bar may be struck, which could result in serious injury.
20.Disengage the power
21.Your mower is designed to cut normal residential grass. Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g. pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Debris may build up on the mower deck, presenting a potential fire hazard.
22.Use only accessories approved for the machine by Cub Cadet Yanmar. Read, understand and follow all instructions provided with approved accessories.