Safety Rules and Information

 

 

 

Slope Operation

 

You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too

 

steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where

 

you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll

 

over.

 

 

 

A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope you cannot back up

 

(in 2-wheel drive mode). You should not operate on inclines with a

 

slope greater than a 3.5 foot rise over a 20 foot length. Always drive up

 

and down slopes: never cross the face.

 

Also note that the surface you are driving on can greatly impact stability

 

and control. Wet grass or icy pavement can seriously affect your ability

 

to control the unit.

 

If you feel unsure about operating the unit on an incline, don’t do it. It’s

 

not worth the risk.

Moving Parts

 

 

ReproductionAlso, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running! If someone

 

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This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you

someone else.

However, if you are seated in the seat properly, and

ll w all the ules n th s

book, the unit is safe to operate.

 

 

 

The mower deck has spinning mower blades hat can amputate hands and feet.

Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running!

 

To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is eq

ipped with an

operator-present safety system. Do NOT attempt to alter or bypass the system.

See your dealer immediately if the system d es n

pass all the safety interlock

system tests found in this manual.Not

 

 

 

 

Thrown Objects

 

This unit has spinning mower blades. These blades can pick up and throw

 

bris that could seriously injure a bystander. Be sure to clean up the area to

 

be mow d BEFORE you start mowing.

 

Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge guard

 

(deflector) in place.

 

 

does enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave.

Fuel and Maintenance

Gasoline is extremely flammable. Its vapors are also extremely flammable and can travel to distant ignition sources. Gasoline must only be used as a fuel, not as a solvent or cleaner. It should never be stored any place where its vapors can build up or travel to an ignition source like a pilot light. Fuel belongs in an approved, plastic, sealed gas can, or in the tractor fuel tank with the cap securely closed. Spilled fuel needs to be cleaned up immedi- ately.

Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance of your unit. Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, especially periodically testing the safety system.

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