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Figure 26
1. By-pass valve
Operating with Side Discharge
The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses
clippings to the side and down toward the turf.
Danger
Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or
complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place,
you and others are exposed to blade contact and
thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower
blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or
death.
Never remove the grass deflector from the
mower because the grass deflector routes
material down toward the turf. If the grass
deflector is ever damaged, replace it
immediately.
Never put your hands or feet under the mower.
Never try to clear discharge area or mower
blades unless you move the power take off
(PTO) to Off and rotate the ignition key to Off.
Also remove the key and pull the wire off the
spark plug(s).
Using a Rollover Protection
System (ROPS)
A ROPS is available and its use is recommended for areas
where there are slopes, drop–offs or water. Contact an
Authorized Service Dealer for information on obtaining
ROPS for your machine.
Important
When operating a machine with ROPS
always use the seat belt.
Transporting the Machine
Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.
Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting
and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all of
the safety instructions. Knowing this information could
help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
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To transport the machine:
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Lock the brake and block the wheels.
Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with
straps, chains, cable, or ropes.
Secure a trailer to the towing vehicle with safety chains.
Driving on street or roadway without turn signals,
lights, reflective markings, or a slow moving
vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead to
accidents causing personal injury.
Do not drive machine on a public street or
roadway.
Loading Machines
Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or
trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to extend
beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual
ramps for each side of the unit (Fig. 27). The lower rear
section of the tractor frame extends back between the rear
wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward. Having a
full width ramp provides a surface for the frame members
to contact if the unit starts to tip backward. If it is not
possible to use one full width ramp, use enough individual
ramps to simulate a full width continuous ramp.
The ramp should be long enough so that the angles do not
exceed 15 degrees (Fig. 27). A steeper angle may cause
mower deck components to get caught as the unit moves
from ramp to trailer or truck. Steeper angles may also cause
the unit to tip backward. If loading on or near a slope,
position the trailer or truck so it is on the down side of the
slope and the ramp extends up the slope. This will
minimize the ramp angle. The trailer or truck should be as
level as possible.
Important
ramp; you may lose control and drive off the side.
Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp and
sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp. Both
maneuvers can cause the unit to tip backward.
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Warning
Do Not attempt to turn the unit while on the
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