Troy-Bilt 13101 - GTX 16 manual Stopping, Maintenance, a. Park unit on a firm and level surface

Safety (continued)

8.If unit is unable to continue moving uphill, disengage attachment drive (PTO), check area on ground immediately behind unit, watch area to rear and proceed backward slowly.

9.Do not operate unit on steep slopes where there is a risk of an overturn.

Do not mow slopes with an incline of more than 10°. Use the Slope Gauge, included with your unit, as an aid in determining the incline of a slope.

10.Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of unit.

11.Do not operate unit on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

12.Do not try to stabilize unit by putting your foot to the ground.

13.Do not park unit on a hill.

Stopping

1.Before leaving operator’s position or before leaving tractor unattended:

a.Bring unit to a complete stop.

b.Disengage attachment/PTO drive.

c.Lower attachments to ground.

d.Set parking brake.

e.Shut off engine and remove ignition key.

f.Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop.

2.Disengage attachment/PTO drive when transporting tractor or when attachments are not in use.

Maintenance

WARNING

BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS TO THE TRACTOR, ENGINE OR ATTACHMENTS: DISENGAGE THE ATTACHMENT/PTO DRIVE, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO STOP. SET THE PARKING BRAKE AND ALLOW THE ENGINE AND MUFFLER TO COOL.

1.Before performing any service, adjustments or maintenance on unit, engine or attachments:

a.Park unit on a firm and level surface.

b.Disengage attachment (PTO) drive.

c.Lower attachments.

d.Move all control levers to “Neutral”.

e.Apply parking brake.

f.Shut off engine. Remove ignition key and allow engine to cool.

2.Always wear sturdy footwear (preferably steel-toed shoes), long trousers, hearing and eye protection while doing any maintenance on unit. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, jewelry, scarves, ties, etc., which could get caught in moving parts. Tie up or restrain long hair.

3.Mower blades are extremely sharp. Use caution when servicing. Wear gloves or wrap blades in rags. Wear eye protection when sharpening blades.

4.Keep children away while performing maintenance or adjustments.

5.Provide safe, adequate light in your work area. NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME FOR ILLUMINATION! Use only a portable safety light enclosed in a wire cage for working inside or under unit.

NOTE: Hot filaments from a broken light bulb can ignite spilled fuel or oil.

6.Never “feel” for hydraulic system leaks. Hydraulic fluid could leak at high pressure and temperatures and could penetrate and burn skin.

7.Keep nuts and bolts tight (especially blade mounting hardware—check for proper torque specifications frequently in this area—-refer to maintenance section of attachment owners manual). Keep equipment in good condition.

8.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Repair or replace as necessary.

9.Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

10.Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Check their proper operation regularly. Repair or replace as necessary

11.Frequently check components and replace when necessary. Use only factory- approved replacement parts. Parts manufactured by others may present safety hazards even though they may fit on the unit.

12.Replace muffler if worn or defective.

13.Keep all safety and operation decals in place. If these decals are damaged or not legible, clean or replace them as needed.

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