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4.3.6 To Stop: Squeeze drive levers back to the neutral position. Move neutral lock
latches into the neutral lock position and release drive levers. Move the speed
control lever to the neutral position.
4.3.7 PTO Engagement:
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ The rotating blades under the mower deck are
dangerous.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Blade contact can cause serious injury or kill you.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ DO NOT put hands or feet under the mower or mower
deck when the PTO is engaged.
Be sure that all persons are clear of mower deck and discharge area before
engaging the PTO. Set throttle to “midway” position. Push the PTO engagement
arm forward and down to engage blades. Accelerate to full throttle to begin
mowing (See Section 4.1.5).
4.3.8 PTO Disengagement: Pull upward and back completely on the PTO engagement
arm to disengage the blades (See Section 4.1.5).
4.4 TRANSPORTING
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ Loading the mower onto a trailer without strong
enough or properly supported ramps could be
dangerous.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ The ramps could collapse causing the unit to fall,
which could cause injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Use proper ramps that are secured to the truck or
trailer.
♦ Keep feet and legs out from under the unit when
loading and unloading.
♦ If necessary, use assistance when loading.
Use a heavy duty trailer to transport the machine. Engage neutral lock latches and
park brake, then block wheels. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer with
straps, chains, cables, or ropes. Use a safety chain and be sure that the trailer
has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law.