How T Om - Jacobsen ZB Series Safety, Operation And Maintenance Manual

6.8 HOW TO MOW________________________________________________________
1. To mow the machine should be set to either manual or automatic mode.
2. Release any transport locks and lower the cutting units with the joysticks.
3. To engage the cutter decks, press the cutting unit switch, found on the control panel.
4. Release the parking brake and drive in a forward direction.
5. Set a speed compatible with the surface and gradient you are cutting. When you operate at speed,
danger is increased and the quality of cut will be compromised.
6. Before leaving any work area always clear the hood assembly by manually activating the reverse fan,
prior to entering the public highway.
Always set the throttle to the maximum engine speed. If you find wet or thick grass difficult to cut,
decrease the forward speed to increase hydraulic pressure to the cutting motors.
If the ground and material to be mulched are dry, you may be exposed to dust. Dust exposure can be
avoided by taking into account the direction of the wind. If dust exposure cannot be avoided, you can
6.9 TO STOP THE ENGINE _________________________________________________
1. Disengage the drive to the cutting units with the cutting unit switch.
2. Return the Traction pedal to the Neutral position.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Move the throttle control lever to the SLOW position.
5. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
6.10 TO REMOVE A BLOCKAGE FROM CUTTING UNITS_________________________
1. Stop and lift the cutter decks before you move the machine to level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key.
3. Wear the personal protective equipment that is applicable for this work, for example eye protection,
gloves and correct footwear. Use Bat (4184540), to remove the blockage.
4. Check the blades for damage and replace if necessary.
5. Put the deck into the position for operation.
6. Start the engine and run the cutter decks to check for correct operation.
Always use the Bat (4184540) and heavy duty leather gloves to clean under cutter deck to reduce the risk
NOTICE
WARNING
Assess the dust exposure levels.
protect yourself by wearing a dust mask.
Dust exposure may lead to respiratory diseases.
WARNING
of injury and infection from foreign objects.
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