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Transporting the Machine
Move the Enable/Disable switch to the D
position and raise the cutting units to the T
position. Move the Mow/Transport lever to the
T
position. Be careful when driving between
RANSPORT
objects so you do not accidentally damage the
machine or cutting units. Use extra care when
operating the machine on slopes. Drive slowly and
avoid sharp turns on slopes to prevent rollovers.
Lower the cutting units when going downhill for
steering control.
After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Park the machine on a level surface.
•
Disengage and lower the cutting units.
•
Engage the parking brake.
•
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
•
Wait for all movement to stop.
•
Allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Clean grass and debris from the cutting units,
drives, mufflers, cooling screens, and engine
compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or
fuel spills.
•
Disengage the drive to the attachment whenever
you are hauling or not using the machine.
•
Maintain and clean the seat belt(s) as necessary.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
Tie-Down Point Locations
ISABLE
RANSPORT
1. Front of the machine
2. Jack brackets (front axle
tube)
•
Front—the hole in the jack brackets of the
front-axle tube
•
Rear—the frame hoops at each side of the
machine.
Hauling the Machine
•
Use full-width ramps for loading the machine onto
a trailer or truck.
•
Tie the machine down securely.
Pushing or Towing the
Machine
In an emergency, you can move the machine
by actuating the bypass valve in the variable
displacement hydraulic pump and pushing or towing
the machine.
Important:
than 3 to 4.8 km/h (2 to 3 mph) because internal
transmission damage may occur. The bypass
valve must be open whenever you push or tow
the machine.
1.
Engage the parking brake, shut off the engine,
and remove the key.
2.
Open the hood; refer to
41).
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Figure 58
3. Frame hoops
4. Back of the machine
(Figure
58).
Do not push or tow the machine faster
Opening the Hood (page
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