Adding Fuel
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, lower the
cutting units, shut off the engine, and remove
the key.
2.
Using a clean rag, clean the area around the
fuel-tank cap.
3.
Remove the cap from the fuel tank
Figure 34
1. Fuel-tank cap
4.
Fill the tank until the level is to the bottom of the
filler neck with fuel.
5.
Install the fuel-tank cap tightly after filling the
tank.
Note:
If possible, fill the fuel tank after each use.
This minimizes possible buildup of condensation
inside the fuel tank.
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
•
Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and
you are in the operating position.
•
Do not carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and children out of the operating area.
(Figure
34).
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
•
Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction
could cause the machine to slide.
•
Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
units.
•
Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
•
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision.
•
Stop the cutting units whenever you are not
mowing.
•
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
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•
Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which
is lethal if inhaled.
•
Do not leave a running machine unattended.
•
Before you leave the operator's position, do the
following:
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Disengage the cutting unit(s) and lower the
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key (if
– Wait for all movement to stop.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
Rollover Protection System
(ROPS) Safety
•
Do not remove the ROPS from the machine.
•
Ensure that the seat belt is attached and that you
can release it quickly in an emergency.
•
Check carefully for overhead obstructions and do
not contact them.
•
Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by
thoroughly inspecting it periodically for damage
and keeping all the mounting fasteners tight.
•
Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not repair or alter
it.
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