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Operation
Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
Only operate in good light, keeping away from
holes and hidden hazards.
Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking
brake is engaged before starting engine. Only
start engine from the operator's position. Use
seat belts if provided.
Be sure of your footing while using pedestrian
controlled equipment, especially when backing
up. Walk, don't run. Never operate on wet grass.
Reduced footing could cause slipping.
Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be
sure to travel in the recommended direction on
hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the
machine's stability. Use caution while operating
near drop–offs.
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and when changing directions on slopes.
Never raise deck with the blades running.
Never operate with the PTO shield, or other
guards not securely in place. Be sure all
interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and
functioning property.
Never operate with the discharge deflector
raised, removed or altered, unless using a grass
catcher.
Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
Stop on level ground, lower implements,
disengage drives, engage parking brake (if
provided), shut off engine before leaving the
operator's position for any reason including
emptying the catchers or unclogging the chute.
Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
Never carry passengers and keep pets and
bystanders away.
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if
not mowing.
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and
do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower under the influence of
alcohol or drugs
Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck
Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
Maintenance and Storage
Disengage drives, lower implement, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key or disconnect
spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop
before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufflers, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean
up oil or fuel spillage.
Let engine cool before storing and do not store
near flame.
Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do
not store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
Park machine on level ground. Never allow
untrained personnel to service machine.
Use jack stands to support components when
required.
Carefully release pressure from components with
stored energy.
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