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Unplugging Mower, Bagger, or Material
Collection System
CAUTION: Do not attempt to unplug attachment with machine
running.
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Checking For Plugging While Driving
If grass builds up in front of mower discharge chute, check for plugged
chute or problems with blower assembly (if equipped).
If there is a trail of clippings behind mower or clippings blow to the side,
check for plugged chute, full collector bags, or problems with blower
assembly.
Removing Debris From Inspection Points:
CAUTION: Do not use hands or feet to clear plugged mower
deck or blower assembly. Stored energy can cause blades to
rotate.
1. Park machine safely. Wait for all moving parts to stop before getting
off to inspect machine.
2. Open hopper cover. Check chute outlet.
3. Remove chute from mower deck or blower assembly. Check chute
inlet.
4. Check under mower deck for debris.
Moving Machine by Hand
CAUTION: When the bypass valve is open, the machine will
have unrestricted motion.
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IMPORTANT: Transmission damage may occur if the machine is
towed or moved incorrectly:
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1. Unlock the park brake.
2. Put automatic transmission shifter into center position.
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3. On automatic and hydrostatic Models: Pull out on bypass rod (A).
4. Push machine to desired location.
IMPORTANT: Hydrostatic transmission might be damaged if the
bypass rod is not pushed back to operating position before
attempting to start the engine. Do not start or operate the
machine with the bypass rod in the pulled-out position.
5. Push bypass rod back in.
6. Lock the park brake.
Transporting Machine on Trailer
NOTE: Trailer capacity must exceed combined machine weight and
attachment weight. (See Specications section in operator’s
manual.)
Be sure the trailer has all necessary lights and signs required by law.
CAUTION: Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine onto a trailer or truck.
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IMPORTANT: Transportinga machine on a trailer or on a truck bed at
high speeds can result in hood or engine cover raising and
possibly coming off machine if not secured.
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1. Park trailer on a level surface.
2. Raise mower deck, if installed, before driving machine onto trailer.
3. Drive machine onto heavy-duty trailer. Position machine on trailer so
hood or engine cover will not raise in wind while being transported.
4. Lower mower deck completely.
5. Lock park brake.
6. Turn off machine and remove key.
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