Exmark SD270SB20 Operator's Manual page 8

Safety
DANGER
Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can
cause sliding and loss of control. Loss of control
and/or loss of operator's footing could result in a
fall with an arm or leg getting under the unit or
engine deck which may result in serious injury,
death or drowning.
• Operate across slopes, never up and down.
• Do Not operate on slopes when grass is wet.
• Use extreme caution when operating near
drop-offs or water
• Do Not slice/seed excessively steep slopes.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc. from the working area. Tall grass can
hide obstacles.
• Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips and rises that
change the operating angle, as rough terrain could
overturn the machine.
• Avoid sudden starts when operating uphill
because the machine may tip backwards.
Maintenance and Storage
• Stop the engine and remove the spark plug
wire(s). Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
• Keep engine and engine area free from
accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease
or oil, and other debris which can accumulate
in these areas. These materials can become
combustible and may result in a fire.
• Let engine cool before storing and Do Not store
near flame or any enclosed area where open pilot
lights or heat appliances are present.
• Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do
Not store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
• Park machine on level ground. Never allow
untrained personnel to service machine.
• Use jack stands to support components when
required.
• Remove spark plug wire before making any
repairs.
• Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s)
or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing
them. Only replace damaged blades. Never
straighten or weld them.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
If possible, Do Not make adjustments with the
engine running.
• Keep all guards, shields and all safety devices in
place and in safe working condition.
• Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper
tightness.
• Frequently check for worn or deteriorating
components that could create a hazard.
WARNING
Removal or modification of original equipment,
parts and/or accessories may alter the warranty,
controllability, and safety of the machine.
Unauthorized modifications to the original
equipment or failure to use original Exmark
parts could lead to serious injury or death.
Unauthorized changes to the machine, engine,
fuel or venting system, may violate applicable
safety standards such as: ANSI, OSHA and
NFPA and/or government regulations such as
EPA and CARB.
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