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the fuel tank or container opening at all
times until fueling is complete.
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Never use cellular phones or other portable
electronic devices when handling fuel.
3.4.
3.4.
3.4.
3.4. Operational
Operational
Operational
Operational Safety
Safety
Safety
Safety
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Read “ Operation ” section of this manual
before attempting to operate this machine.
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DO NOT operate without ROPS (Roll
Over Protection System) deployed.
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Fenders serve as shields. DO NOT
operate without them.
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DO NOT drive machine without mower
deck installed. The proper stability of the
machine depends on the weight of the
mower deck.
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Keep bystanders away from equipment
whi st it is in operation.
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Keep children and pets a safe distance.
Never direct ly discharge toward s a person .
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Start engine from operator
’
s seat after
disengaging PTO and placing steering
levers into the swing-out (neutral lock)
position.
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Keep hands and feet away from
underneath mower deck while engine is
running. Keep clear of all moving parts on
machine.
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Wear suitable hearing protection devices
to protect engine noise.
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DO
DO
DO
DO NOT
NOT
NOT
NOT operate in backward unless
absolutely necessary and ensure the area
behind you is clear and safe .
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The machine is equipped with a foldable
ROPS, always wear seatbelt when ROPS
is deployed.
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When foldable ROPS must be down (i.e.
loading or unloading on an enclosed
trailer), DO NOT use seatbelt and drive
car efully.
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DO NOT move steering levers from
forward to backward or backward to
forward position rapidly. The sudden
direction change may cause loss of
control.
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DO NOT operate on steep slopes.
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DO NOT stop, start or change directions
suddenly on slopes.
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Use extr a care and maintain minimum
ground speed when traveling or operating
on a slope, over rough ground, or when
operating close to ditches and fences.
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Keep alert for holes, rocks, roots and
other hidden hazards in the terrain. Keep
away from drop-offs and soft
embankments.
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Stop machine and mower deck
immediately while striking an obstruction
or hard object . Turn engine off, inspect
machine and mower deck. Repair any
damage before resuming operation.
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Disengage PTO, stop engine, select park
brake, remove key and wait for all
movement to stop before dismounting,
making adjustments, cleaning, or
unclogging the machine.
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Never transport mower with blades
running. Disengage PTO before crossing
streets, sidewalks, driveways, etc.
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Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
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This machine is not equipped for
highway use, especially when safety
lighting and marking is required. It is
NOT a recreational vehicle.
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This unit is not equipped with a drawbar.
DO NOT pull loads.
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Take all possible precautions when the
machine is unattended: disengage PTO,
lower mower deck, place steering levers in
neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and
remove key from ignition.
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Never carry passengers.
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DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area
without adequate ventilation. Exhaust
gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless and deadly poison.
3.5.
3.5.
3.5.
3.5. Maintenance
Maintenance
Maintenance
Maintenance Safety
Safety
Safety
Safety
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Always undertake maintenance with the