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Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Think Safety First
Carefully read all safety instructions and symbols in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help you or
bystanders avoid injury.
DANGER
Operating on wet grass or a steep slopes can cause
sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over an edge can cause a rollover,
which may result in serious injury, drowning, or
death.
Always use the seat belt.
Read and follow the rollover protection instructions
and warnings.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:
• Do not operate the machine near drop-offs or
near water.
• Reduce your ground speed and use extreme
caution on slopes.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid changes in speed.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels that can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, hands, feet,
and head is recommended.
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1. Wear safety glasses.
Preparing for Work
Before operating the machine on the job site, review the
following items:
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2. Wear hearing protection.
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Gather all relevant information available about the job
site before you begin working.
•
Review all blueprints and other plans, and identify all
existing or proposed structures, characteristics of the
landscape, and other proposed jobs in the area scheduled
at the same time as your job.
Note the following items at the job site:
– Changes in elevation in the proposed work area
– The condition and type of soil in the proposed work
area
– Locations of structures, water, railroad tracks, and
other obstructions that you will need to work near
or around
– Utility markers, meters, and poles
– If the work site is near or on a roadway with traffic,
call the local authorities regarding proper safety
procedures and regulations.
– Access to the site
•
Call your local One-Call service (811 in the US) or the
One-Call referral number (888-258-0808 in the US and
Canada) and ask the participating utility companies to
locate and mark their underground utility lines. Also call
utility providers that are not part of the One-Call system.
Adding Fuel to the Engine
Fuel tank capacity: 182 L (48 US gal)
Fuel type: ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD)
Note: Using other fuels can cause a loss of engine power
and high fuel consumption.
Important: Do not use kerosene or gasoline instead of
diesel fuel; otherwise, you will damage the engine.
Use only diesel fuel for the machine that meets Specification
D975 of the American Society for Testing and Materials
International. See your diesel fuel distributor.
Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with low
(<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm) sulfur content. The
minimum cetane rating should be 40. Purchase only enough
fuel that you expect to use within 30 days to ensure that it
stays fresh.
Use summer-grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at temperatures
above 20°F (-7°C) and winter-grade diesel fuel (No. 1-D or
No. 1-D/2-D blend) below 20°F (-7°C). Using winter-grade
fuel at lower temperatures provides a lower flash point and
cold flow characteristics, which aid in starting the engine and
help prevent clogging the fuel filter.
Using summer-grade fuel above 20° F (-7°C) contributes
toward a longer fuel pump life and increased power compared
to using winter-grade fuel.
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