Woods Equipment FZ28K, FZ23B manual Transportation, Operation

SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

(Safety Rules continued from previous page)

„Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

„Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank opening at all times until fueling is com- plete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

„If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

„Never over-fill tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.

„Handle fuel carefully; it is highly flammable. Always use an approved container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel while engine is running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Wipe up all spilled fuel before starting engine.

TRANSPORTATION

„Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine onto a trailer or truck.

„Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.

„Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

„Transport power unit facing rearward when equipped with a sunshade.

OPERATION

„Keep bystanders away from equipment.

„Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

„Make sure people and objects are clear of attachment and discharge area before engaging PTO.

„Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the mowing area.

„Before and while backing, look behind and down for children.

„Never direct discharge toward people, animals, or property.

„Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

„Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

„Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.

„When improperly operated, power unit can roll over or upset. Use of rollover protective structure (ROPS) with seat belt securely fastened will reduce the possibility of injury or death if rollover or upset occurs.

„Use care when operating with ROPS or sun- shade around shrubs, trees or other objects that can become entangled with power unit.

„Use extreme care when approaching blind cor- ners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your vision.

„Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements.

„Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.

„Start engine from operator's seat after disen- gaging power unit PTO and placing steering levers in neutral.

„Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse.

„Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely neces- sary.

„Slow down before turning.

„Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees (27% grade).

„Mow up and down slopes, not across.

„If the tires lose traction on a slope, disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

„Do not stop, start, or change directions sud- denly on slopes.

„Do not make sudden changes in speed or direc- tion which could cause the machine to roll over.

„Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough terrain.

„Installation of a grasscatcher assembly will reduce the stability and maneuverability of the Mow'n Machine when operating on sloping terrain.

„Do not tow a trailer over 200 lbs. Do not tow a trailer or add power unit ballast with a combined weight over 200 lbs. Too much weight can cause loss of traction or stability on a slope. It can also reduce parking brake ability. Too much weight will shorten the hydraulic system life. Never tow a trailer with a grass collection system attached to the power unit.

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MM F-Series (Rev. 8/1/2008