HUSTLER 48 Owner's Manual page 8

Refueling
Stop engine and allow
engine to cool for 2
minutes prior to refueling.
Avoid quick movements of steering levers.
Clean up any gasoline spills.
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Do not refuel while in enclosed Reduce speed and use extreme
Help Avoid Injury
trailer or other enclosed areas. caution when operating on slopes.
Check mowing area, and remove objects
Operator training required.
Before Starting that could be thrown by blades.
Know all controls.
Steering levers must be in
Keep shields in place.
park brake position.
Maintain all safety devices.
Deck clutch switch must
Look behind before backing.
be in off position.
Keep children and others away.
Check performance of all safety
Stay clear of power driven parts.
interlock switches daily (including
Do not operate in areas where Turn engine off and remove key.
operator presence switch).
machine could tip. Chock machine when parked on a slope.
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While Operating
Never perform maneuvers
at high ground speeds.
Avoid sudden turns.
Before Leaving Operating Platform
Place drive/steering
controls in park brake position.
Place deck clutch switch
in the off position.
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