Transporting - Exmark STARIS E Series Operator's Manual

to stop and allow the machine to cool before
adjusting, cleaning, repairing, or storing. Never
allow untrained personnel to service machine.
• Clean the machine as stated in the Maintenance
section. Keep engine and engine area free from
accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease
or oil, and other debris which can accumulate
in these areas. These materials can become
combustible and may result in a fire.
• Frequently check for worn or deteriorating
components that could create a hazard. Tighten
loose hardware.

Transporting

Transporting the Machine
Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the
machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all
necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
Thoroughly read all of the safety instructions.
Knowing this information could help you, your
family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
To transport the machine:
• Use full width ramps when loading the machine.
• Be sure the fuel shut-off valve is closed.
• Engage the park brake, then block the wheels. Do
Not rely solely on the parking brake to hold the
machine on the trailer.
• Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck
with straps, chains, cable, or ropes. If possible,
both front and rear straps should be directed
down and outward from the machine.
• Secure a trailer to the towing vehicle with safety
chains.
WARNING
Driving on the street or roadway without turn
signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow
moving vehicle emblem is dangerous and can
lead to accidents causing personal injury.
Do not drive machine on a public street or
roadway.
Loading the Machine
Use extreme caution when loading machines on
trailers or trucks. One full width ramp that is
wide enough to extend beyond the rear tires is
recommended instead of individual ramps for each
side of the machine. A full width ramp provides a
surface to walk on behind the machine. If it is not
possible to use one full width ramp, use enough
individual ramps to simulate a full width continuous
ramp.
A steep ramp angle may cause components to get
caught as the machine moves from ramp to trailer or
truck. Steeper angles may also cause the machine to
tip backward. If loading on or near a slope, position
the trailer or truck so it is on the down side of the
slope and the ramps extends up the slope. This will
minimize the ramp angle. The trailer or truck should
be as level as possible.
Important: Do Not attempt to turn the machine
while on the ramp, you may lose control and
drive off the side.
Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp
and sudden deceleration when backing down a
ramp. Both maneuvers can cause the machine to tip
backward.
WARNING
Loading a machine on a trailer or truck increases
the possibility of backward tip-over. Backward
tip-over could cause serious injury or death.
• Use extreme caution when operating a
machine on a ramp.
• Use only a single, full width ramp; Do Not use
individual ramps for each side of the machine.
• If individual ramps must be used, use enough
ramps to create an unbroken ramp surface
wider than the machine.
• Avoid sudden acceleration while driving
machine up a ramp to avoid tipping backward.
• Avoid sudden deceleration while backing
machine down a ramp to avoid tipping
backward.
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