MTD 7304 manual Safety Frame Rops, Service

•To prevent injury, do not adjust, unclog, clean, or service PTO driven equipment while the tractor engine is running.

•Make certain all PTO shields are always installed.

5. SAFETY FRAME (ROPS)

Your tractor is equipped with a rollover protective structure (ROPS) which must be maintained in a fully functional condition. Use care when driving through doorways or spaces with a low overhead.

•Never modify the ROPS in any way.

•Never attempt to straighten or reweld any part of the main frame or retaining brackets that have been damaged. Doing so may weaken the structure and endanger your safety.

•Never secure any parts on the main frame or attach the safety frame with anything other than the special fasteners specified.

•Never attach ropes, chains, or cables to the ROPS for pulling purposes.

•Although the ROPS provides you the maximum protection possible, never take unnecessary risks.

6. SERVICE

•Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container.

•Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running.

•Replace fuel cap securely and wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.

•Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

•Never refuel the machine indoors because fuel vapors will accumulate in the area.

•Never store the fuel container or machine inside where there is an open flame or spark, such as a gas hot water heater, space heater or furnace.

•The cooling system is under pressure. Never remove the radiator cap when the system is hot. Slowly turn the cap the to the first stop to release pressure before removing the cap.

•Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin. If fluid is injected into the skin, seek immediate medical attention. Do not use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or paper.

•Never run a machine inside a closed area.

•To reduce fire hazard, keep the tractor free of any debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.

•Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain all moving parts have stopped. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

•Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

•Engine components become hot during operation and can cause a burn. Allow to cool down before touching.

•Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.

•Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment and the ecology.

•Prior to disposal, determine the proper method to dispose of waste from your local Environmental Protection Agency. Recycling centers are established to properly dispose of materials in an environmentally safe fashion.

•Use proper containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them. Properly dispose of the containers immediately following the draining of fluids.

•DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the ground, down a drain or into a stream, pond, lake or other body of water. Observe Environmental Protection Agency regulations when disposing of oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, batteries, tires and other harmful waste.

•We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electrical components; spindles; pulleys; bearings; or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.

WARNING: - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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