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3.To disengage the deck drive, push the switch in to the disengage position.
4.Always operate the engine at full throttle to properly maintain cutting speed. If the engine starts to lug down, reduce the forward speed and allow the engine to operate at maximum RPM.
4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION
WARNING:
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If the machine can back up the slope without the wheels slipping, reduce speed and use extreme caution. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED OPERATION.
4.9 AFTER OPERATION
1.Wash the entire mower after each use. Do not use high pressure spray or direct the spray onto electrical components.
Do not wash a hot or running engine. Cold water will damage the engine. Use compressed air to clean the engine if it is hot.
2.Keep the entire mower clean to inhibit serious heat damage to the engine or hydraulic oil circuit.
3.Check the drive belts for proper alignment and any signs of wear. Correct and adjust if necessary.
1.This mower has been designed for good traction and stability under normal mowing conditions. However, caution must be used when traveling on slopes, especially when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces traction and steering control. An optional Roll Over Protection System is available for this machine. See Section 2.5, page 6 of this manual for further details.
2.To prevent tipping or loss of control, do not start or stop suddenly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel at reduced speed.
To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and refueling.
4.After the mower has cooled down, fill the fuel tanks with fresh, clean fuel at the end of every day of operation. See Engine Owner's Manual for proper octain requirements.
5.Check the tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary.
4.10 REMOVING CLOGGED MATERIAL
3. Keep tires properly inflated.
4.8 PARKING THE MOWER
1.Place the steering control levers in the neutral position.
2.Disengage the cutter blades
3.Slow the engine to idle speed.
4.Engage the parking brake.
5.Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove the key.
ROTATING BLADES
NEVER PUTYOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE CHUTE FOR ANY REASON! Shut off the engine and remove the key and only then use a stick or similar object to remove material if clogging has occurred.
1.If the discharge chute becomes clogged, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Using a stick or similar item, dislodge the clogged material. Then resume normal mowing.
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