IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATION
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5.Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing.
6.Keep people and pets a safe distance from machine.
7.Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location.
8.Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if damaged.
9.Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses, long pants and substantial footwear.
10.Know how to STOP blade and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies.
11.Use extra care when loading or unloading the mowing equipment into a trailer or truck.
12.Check grass catcher components frequently, if applicable, for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn spots.
13.Attach mower to tractor hitch using proper hitch pins and retainers. If mower separates from tractor during operation, serious injury or death can result.
14.Adjust stabilizer bars on tractor hitch to prevent driveline contact with tires during turns and keep mower in proper position behind tractor.
15.Mower caster wheels must be on the ground and support mower before turning blades on. DO NOT operate mower at any time with casters off the ground. Blades must stop rotating before lifting or transporting mower to avoid dangerous driveline condition.
OPERATION
1.Follow Tractor Manual Instructions for proper tractor operation.
2.STOP BLADE and ENGINE and make sure blade has stopped before removing grass catcher, if applicable, or unclogging mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.
3.Blade must be OFF except when cutting grass. Set blade in highest position when mowing over rough ground.
4.Keep hands and feet away from rotating blade underneath deck. NEVER place foot on ground while BLADE is ON or machine is in motion.
5.Deflector or entire grass catcher, if applicable, must be in place. NEVER point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or doors.
6.Slow down before turning.
7.Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
8.STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction. Inspect mower and repair damage before resuming operation.
9.Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light.
OPERATION
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9.DO NOT pull loads when mower is attached to tractor.
10.This mower attachment can affect the handling and stability of the tractor it is mounted on. Refer to your tractor manual or contact your tractor dealer or tractor manufacturer for SAFETY information and requirements for counter weights.
11.DO NOT operate mower unless all guards, shields and defectors are in place.
12.Rotating driveline contact can cause injury or death. DO NOT operate mower without all driveline & mower shields in place and functioning properly.
13.DO NOT operate mower if driveline shielding is damaged or does not rotate freely.
14.Make sure all motion has stopped (traction, blades, etc.) and mower is parked in position to prevent movement before approaching mower for any reason.
15.DO NOT transport mower with mower blades rotating.
16.DO NOT exceed the recommended operating speed of mower driveline.
17.DO NOT stand on mower or driveline.
18.DO NOT exceed the safe working angle of the driveline. Make sure blades have stopped rotating before lifting mower.
19.DO NOT enter the area between the tractor and the mower until all rotating parts have stopped. STOP tractor. STOP engine. STOP blades. Set brake. Remove key.
20.DO NOT allow children or others to stand sit or ride on finishing mower.
21.DO NOT lift people or objects with the finishing mower.
MAINTENANCE
1.Keep all bolts, nuts and screws properly tight. Check that all cotter pins are in proper position.
2.Lubricate mower at intervals specified in manual.
3.Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them.
4.Have mower serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices.
5.Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts on finishing mower to assure that original safety standards are maintained.
6.DO NOT work under the mower when lifted unless it has been securely blocked to prevent the mower from falling or moving. Disconnect driveline from tractor before doing any work on mower.
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