Gravely 992042 19HP PM144Z Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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2. Check the safety interlock system to make sure that it
is functioning properly. With operator on seat, unit must
not start unless steering levers are in neutral (N) and
Power Takeoff (PTO) is disengaged (Off). Engine must
stop if operator leaves seat when steering levers are in
any drive position or PTO is engaged (On). See Safety
Interlock System on page 12.
3. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and
return the card to Gravely.
4. Explain Gravely Limited Warranty Policy.
5. Explain recommended lubrication and maintenance.
Advise customer on adjustments. Instruct customer on
controls and operation of unit. Discuss and emphasize
the Safety Precautions. Give customer
Owner/Operator, Parts, and Engine Manuals. Advise
customer to thoroughly read and understand them.
Customer Note: Your Dealer has been provided complete
setup and preparation instructions which must be completed
prior to you taking delivery of this unit. The dealer is required
to review important information in this manual with you
before or upon delivery of the unit or attachment.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
These are safety alert symbols. They mean:
ATTENTION!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
When you see this symbol:
BECOME ALERT!
•OBEY THE MESSAGE!
SIGNAL WORDS
The safety alert symbols above and signal words below are
used on decals and in this manual.
Read and understand all safety messages.
NOTATIONS
NOTE: General reference information for proper operation
and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information required to
prevent damage to unit or attachment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working precautions, for
the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and follow all
safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and the
possibility of minor, moderate, or serious injury or death.
Learn applicable rules and laws in your area, including those
that may restrict the age of the operator.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on
safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone
other than original purchaser (loaned, rented or sold),
ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety
training before operation.
SAFETY
WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of
amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the safety instructions in the
manuals and on decals could result in serious injury
or death.
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control
and tip-over accidents. Operation on all slopes
requires extra caution.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors
are explosive, handle with care.
Disengage attachment, stop unit and engine,
remove key, engage parking brake, and allow
moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s
position.
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DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death
or serious injury.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor
or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.