General Operating Instructions; Before Operation; Mowing With The Double / Triple Catcher - Ferris SNAPPER PRO FAST-Vac Operator's Manual

General Operating Instructions

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Mowing with the Double / Triple Catcher

Always operate with throttle at full speed when
mowing.
Always wear hearing protection when operating
grass catcher.
Grass should be cut often, and not too short. If grass
is too long or lush it may be necessary to keep
ground speed to a minimum or to cut only half the
width of the mower to prevent clogging. If grass is
long, operate with mower in high cutting position
for first pass, cutting again in a lower position on a
second pass.
Do not open the cover with mower engaged.
If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from
under deck, the tube may be plugged or the bags
may be full— discontinue mowing, stop the rider,
disengage the PTO and then empty the catcher or
clear the tube.
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Before Operation

Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other
debris which may be caught or thrown by the mower
blades.
Check grass condition. If wet, wait until later in the
day. If grass is wet, the grass catcher is likely to
become plugged.
For efficient bagging, air circulation under the
mower deck, through the chute and into the bag
is very important.
For this reason, BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING
you should make certain the underside of the mower
and the underside of the catcher lid are free from
grass and debris.
Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower
deck, blower housing, tubes, and grass catcher
cover.
WARNING
ALWAYS shut off the tractor. disengage
the PTO, and allow all moving parts to stop
BEFORE disconnecting or clearing tube, or
emptying catcher.
Before leaving the operator's position for any
reason, engage the parking brake, disengage
the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider
and mower free of grass, leaves and excess
grease. Do not stop or park rider over dry
leaves, grass or combustible materials.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels
in excess of 85 dBA at the operator's
ear and can cause hearing loss though
extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
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