Ransomes ZT220D W/61 Safety & Operation Manual page 8

SAFETY
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
In general
– Maintain machine according to manufacturer's
schedule and instructions for maximum safety
and best mowing results.
– Park machine on level ground.
– Never allow untrained personnel to service
machine.
– Adjust or repair only after the engine has been
stopped and the blades have quit rotating.
– Inspect grass catcher components regularly. If
worn, damaged or deteriorated, they may expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
– Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty. For
best results, always replace with parts
recommended by the manufacturer.
– Disconnect battey or remove spark plug wire(s)
before making any repairs. Disconnect the
negative terminal first and the positive last.
Reconnect positive first and negative last.
– Do not dismantle the machine without releasing
or restraining forces which may cause parts to
move suddenly.
– Provide adequate support for lifted machine or
parts if working beneath.
– Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
– Clean up oil or fuel spillage thoroughly.
– Replace faulty mufflers.
– To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muffler,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free
of grass, leaves, debris buildup or grease.
Blades
– Mower blades are sharp and
can cut. Use extra caution
when handling. Remove
obstructions with care. Wrap
the blade(s) or wear gloves.
– Be aware that rotating one blade on
multiblade mowers can cause other blades to
rotate.
– Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld
them.
– Keep other persons away from blades.
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Fuel
– Gasoline and diesel fuels are
flammable; gasoline vapors
are explosive. Use extra care
when handling.
– Store only in containers
specifically designed for fuel.
– When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overfill;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors
have cleared.
– Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on
the ground away from the vehicle.
– When practical, remove gas powered equip-
ment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If equipment must be refueled on the
truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container
rather than a dispenser nozzle.
– Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the
rim of the fuel tank or container opening until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-
open device
– Replace caps on fuel cans and tanks securely.
Hydraulic system
The machine's hydraulic
system operates under
high pressure.
– When checking for
WARNING
leaks, do not use your
hands to attempt to
find a leak. Instead, use cardboard or paper.
– Escaping hydraulic fluid can be under sufficient
pressure to penetrate skin and cause serious
injury.
– If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin, it must
be promptly removed by a doctor familiar with
this form of injury or gangrene may result.
– Check that all hydraulic fluid connections are
tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying pressure to the
system.
ZT 220D
Series
WARNING
WARNING