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Safety Instructions
15
OPERATING
1. Operate the mower only in daylight or in
good artificial light with good visibility of the area
being mowed.
2. Sit on the seat when starting the engine and
operating the machine. Keep feet on the deck
footrests at all times when the tractor is moving
and/or mower blades are operating. Never op-
erate the tractor without a deck or implement
installed.
3. For a beginning operator, learn to steer (ma-
neuver) the tractor with a slow engine speed
before attempting any mowing operation.
Be aware that, with the front mounted mower
configuration, the back of the tractor swings to
the outside during turns.
4. Remember, for an emergency stop, the forward
motion of the tractor can always be stopped by
pulling the Forward Speed Control (FSC) into
the NEUTRAL-PARK position.
5. In case either of the transmission drive belts
break during operation, and if the machine is on
a slope, the machine will freewheel down the
slope. To maintain control, immediately (1)
Release the steering levers and simultaneously
(2) Move the FSC to the NEUTRAL-PARK po-
sition. When the machine is stopped or moving
slowly, engage the parking brake.
NOTE: The emergency stop procedure is
exactly the same procedure as used to nor-
mally stop and park this machine.
6. Disengage the blade clutch and put the FSC in
the NEUTRAL-PARK position before starting
the engine (an ignition interlock switch normally
prevents starting of the machine if these con-
trols are in the OPERATING position).
7. Do not operate machine if the operator pres-
ence safety switch system is not working.
Verify proper operation by having the operator
lift off the seat with the engine running and mov-
ing two controls, one at a time; (1) Move the
FSC lever out of the NEUTRAL-PARK position,
and (2) Engage the PTO Clutch. Moving either
control should stop the engine after a 1-1/2 sec-
ond delay.
8. Do not run the engine in a confined area
without adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes
are hazardous and can be deadly.
9. Do not carry passengers - maximum seating
capacity is one (1) person.
10. Watch for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain
and for other hidden hazards. When mowing tall
grass, mow higher than desired to expose any
hidden obstacles. Then, clean the area and
mow to the desired height.
11. Avoid sudden starts or stops. Before backing
the machine up, look to the rear to be sure no
one is behind the machine. Watch carefully for
traffic when crossing or working near roadways.
12. Disengage the blade drive when transporting
the machine across drives, sidewalks, etc. Ne-
ver raise the mower deck while blades are
rotating.
13. The maximum recommended side slope op-
erating angle is 20 degrees or 33% grade.
When operating the machine on a slope, re-
duce speed and use caution to start, stop, and
maneuver. To prevent tipping or loss of control
of the machine, avoid sharp turns or sudden
changes in direction.
14. Never adjust cutting height with the engine
running. Before adjusting cutting height or
servicing, disengage the blade clutch (PTO),
stop the engine, and remove the ignition key.
Wait for all movement to stop before getting off
the seat.
DANGER
Do not mow around overhanging tree
branches or bushes at the same height as
the operator’s torso and head where inad-
vertent contact may cause injury.
DANGER
Do not mow or dump grass within 5 feet
(1.5 meters) of an embankment or retain-
ing wall with drop off.