John Deere GT2554 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Safety - 6
SAFETY
Do not tow children in a cart or trailer.
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch
point.
On slopes, the weight of towed equipment may cause
loss of traction and loss of control.
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating the mower.
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate for the job.
Wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.
Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.
Do not wear radio or music headphones. Safe service
and operation requires your full attention.
Prevent Fires
Remove grass and debris from engine compartment
and muffler area, before and after operating machine,
especially after mowing or mulching in dry conditions.
To reduce fire hazard, keep engine and engine
compartment free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
Never remove fuel cap, or add fuel with engine running
or hot. Allow engine to cool for several minutes.
Never store equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
Tire Safety
Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause
serious injury or death:
Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper
equipment and experience to perform the job.
Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate
the tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or
heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an
increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion.
Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.
When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension
hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and
NOT in front of or over the tire assembly.
Check tires for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged
rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.