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Section 4
12.
Loss of traction may occur when traveling down hill.
Weight transfers to the front of the machine and
may cause the drive wheels to slip causing loss of
braking or steering.
13.
Keep tires properly inflated.
14.
Use caution when operating the mower on an incline
with the optional grass catcher or other attachments
installed. They can affect the stability of the machine.
Do not use on steep slopes.
15.
DO NOT stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.
WARNING
Reduce speed when turning, operating on slopes,
slick or wet surfaces. Allow extra distance to
stop.
DO NOT mow near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The machine could suddenly roll
over if a wheel goes over the edge or if the edge
caves in.
Operate the machine smoothly, no sudden turns,
starts or stops on a slope.
NEvER tow on slopes. The weight of the towed
equipment may cause loss of traction and loss
of control.
DO NOT permit untrained personnel to operate
the machine.
Be cautious when loading and unloading onto
trailers or trucks.
Use only a full width ramp.
Ramp angle should be no more than 15 degrees.
See Figure 2-1 to help determine approximate
slope.
Back up the ramp and drive down forward.
4.8
PARKING THE MOWER
1.
Park the machine on a flat, level surface only. Do not
park the machine on an incline.
2.
Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position.
3.
Disengage the cutter blades.
4.
Slow the engine to idle speed.
5.
Engage the parking brake.
6.
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove
the key.
4.9
AFTER OPERATION
1.
Wash the entire mower after each use. Do not
use high pressure spray or direct the spray onto
electrical components.
- IMPoRtANt -
Do not wash a hot or running engine. Cold water
will damage the engine. Use compressed air to
clean the engine if it is hot.
2.
Keep the entire mower clean to inhibit serious heat
damage to the engine or hydraulic oil circuit.
3.
Check the drive belts for proper alignment and any
signs of wear. Correct and adjust if necessary.
DANGER
To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower
to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and
refueling.
4.
After the mower has cooled down, fill the fuel tank
with fresh, clean fuel at the end of every day of
operation. See Engine Owner's Manual for proper
octane requirements.
5.
Check the tire pressure. Adjust pressure if
necessary.
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