Premaintenance
Procedures
Accessing the Tines
The machine has a rear access panel that you can remove to
access and maintain the tines (Figure 21).
Figure 21
1. Rear access panel
WARNING
If you operate the machine with the rear access
panel removed, some one could be severely injured
by contact with the moving tines or by flying debris.
Always securely install the rear access panel before
operating the machine.
Tipping the Machine
If you need to work on the underside of the machine, you can
tip it backward (Figure 22). Do not tip the machine forward
or you will foul the air cleaner with gasoline. Secure the
machine with a jack stand before working under it.
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1. Jack stand
WARNING
Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support
machine and cause a serious injury.
• Use jack stands when supporting machine.
• Do not use hydraulic jacks.
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Figure 22