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Pre-Start
Before starting engine:
disengage PTO and set
parking brake.
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Hot Surfaces
DO NOT touch parts
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which are hot. Allow
parts to cool.
Safety Covers
ALWAYS keep
discharge cover or
complete grass bagger
in place.
Never tamper with
safety devices. Check
their proper operation
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regularly.
Maintenance
ALWAYS maintain unit
in safe operating
condition. Damaged or
worn out muffler can
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cause fire or explosion.
Stop and inspect the
equipment if you strike
an object. Repair any
damage before
restarting.
Keep nuts and bolts,
especially blade
attachment bolts, tight.
Inspect blades before
use for excess wear or
damage. Use only
Ariens replacement
parts.
Clear Area
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ALWAYS clear area
before operation to
avoid thrown objects.
Clear the area of
objects such as rocks,
toys, wire etc., which
could be picked up and
thrown by the mower or
other attachment. Tall
grass or deep snow
can hide obstacles.
Be sure area is clear of
other people and pets
before operating. Stop
machine if anyone
enters the area.
Speed Ranges
DO NOT mow at too
fast a rate. DO NOT
change engine
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governor setting or
over speed the engine.
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ERSONAL
ERVICE AND
Thrown Objects
Disengage PTO when
crossing hard surfaces
and gravel drives.
Be aware of the
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attachment discharge
direction and do not
point it at anyone.
Safety Interlock
If safety interlock is not
functioning properly do
not operate the tractor.
Have repaired prior to
use.
Cleaning and Storage
Keep machine free of
grass, leaves, or other
debris build up. Clean
up oil or fuel spillage.
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Allow machine to cool
before storing.
DO NOT store unit
inside a building with
fuel in the fuel tank
where any ignition
sources are present.
ALWAYS Clean unit
before extended
storage. See engine
manual for proper
storage.
Refer to Storage
Section of this owners
manual if unit is to be
stored for extended
period.
Safe Distances
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Keep children and
people away from unit
during operation.
Keep children out of
area of operation and
under watchful care of
another responsible
adult.
Be alert and turn
machine off if children
enter area.
Tip over
Avoid uneven, unstable
and rough terrain.
Slow down before
turning to prevent
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tipping or loss of
control.
DO NOT operate near
drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
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M
AINTENANCE
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Grand Sierra
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AFETY
Tractor could suddenly
turn over if a wheel is
over edge of cliff or
ditch, or if an edge
caves in. DO NOT
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stabilize machine by
putting foot on the
ground.
Parking
Never leave a running
machine unattended.
ALWAYS turn off
attachment, set parking
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brake, stop engine, and
remove keys to prevent
unauthorized use
before leaving
operators position for
any reason.
Reverse
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DO NOT operate in
reverse unless
absolutely necessary.
ALWAYS backup slowly.
ALWAYS look down
and behind before and
while backing.
Traction
If tires lose traction,
turn off PTO, and
proceed slowly straight
down slope. If you
cannot back up the
slope or feel uneasy, do
not mow it.
If you must stop when
going up slope and can
not safely back down,
disengage the PTO
switch, place travel
speed selector in
neutral, and depress
the brake pedal. Then
place travel speed
selector in low speed
and slowly release the
brake pedal.
DO NOT operate on
wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause
sliding.
Brake
Check Brake Operation
frequently. Adjust and
service as required.
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