SAFETY
WOODS
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
IN GENERAL
–Maintain machine according to manufacturer's schedule and instructions for maximum safety and best mowing results.
–Park machine on level ground.
–Never allow untrained personnel to service ma- chine.
–Adjust or repair only after the engine has been stopped and the blades have stopped rotating.
–Inspect grass catcher components regularly. If worn, damaged or deteriorated, they may expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
–Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty. For best results, always replace with parts recommended by the manufacturer.
–Disconnect battey or remove spark plug wire(s) before making any repairs. Disconnect the nega- tive terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect positive first and negative last.
–Do not dismantle the machine without releasing or restraining forces which may cause parts to move suddenly.
–Provide adequate support for lifted machine or parts if working beneath.
–Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
–Clean up oil or fuel spillage thoroughly.
–Replace faulty mufflers.
–To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muffler, battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, debris buildup or grease.
BLADES | WARNING |
–Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Use extra caution when handling. Remove obstructions with care. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves.
–Be aware that rotating one blade
on multiblade mowers can cause other blades to rotate.
–Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.
–Keep other persons away from blades.
FUEL | WARNING |
–Gasoline and diesel fuels are flammable; gasoline vapors are explosive. Use extra care when handling.
–Store only in containers specifi- cally designed for fuel.
–When refueling or checking fuel level:
-Stop the engine and allow to cool;
-Do not smoke;
-Refuel outdoors only;
-Use a funnel;
-Do not overfill;
-If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors have cleared.
Sparks from static electricity can start fires or couse explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static electricity. To prevent static electricity sparks:
–Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on the ground away from the vehicle.
–When practical, remove gas powered equip- ment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If equipment must be refueled on the truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container rather than a dispenser nozzle.
–Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening until fuel- ing is complete. Do not use a nozzle
–Replace caps on fuel cans and tanks securely.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The machine's hydraulic system WARNING operates under high pressure.
–When checking for leaks, do not use your hands to attempt to find a leak. Instead, use cardboard or paper.
–Escaping hydraulic fluid can be under sufficient pressure to penetrate skin and cause serious injury.
–If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin, it must be promptly removed by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result.
–Check that all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before applying pressure to the system.
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