Safety Precautions; Safe Operation And Service Precautions - Excel Two Bag Catcher Operator's Manual

This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a
message intended to provide a reasonable degree of
PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and other persons during
the normal operation and servicing of this equipment.
– denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in
severe personal injury or death.
– denotes a hazard or unsafe practice which COULD
result in severe personal injury or death.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information.
IMPORTANT calls attention
information and NOTE emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
All operators and mechanics should read this manual, and
be instructed about safe operating and maintenance
procedures.
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with
these safety instructions and always pay attention to the
safety alert symbol "", which means DANGER or WARNING
- "personal safety instructions." Failure to comply with the
instructions may result in personal injury or death.
Incorrect usage of this attachment may result in severe
injury. Personnel operating and maintaining it should be trained
in the proper use and should read the manuals completely and
thoroughly before attempting to set-up, operate, adjust, or
service this mower.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Safe Operation and Service Precautions

 Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and safely
perform the job.
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
 Never use the catcher with Flex Forks
mower.
 Before proceeding:
• Park the mower on level ground.
• Disengage the deck clutch.
• Place the steering control levers in the park brake
position.
• Stop the engine.
• Remove the ignition key.
• Wait for the engine and all moving parts to come
to a complete stop.
 Always be aware of any obstructions, especially small
children, when backing or unloading the bags.
 Always keep safety shields and covers in place, except
for servicing.
 Never work on the mower deck when the mower's
engine is running.
 Never operate machine with bagger lid in the raised
position except for unloading.
 Never attempt high speed maneuvering in crowded or
congested areas.
 Always be aware that the catcher hangs off the rear of
the mower, thereby increasing the length of the
mower. Use caution when backing up or turning when
the catcher is mounted to the mower.
 When the catcher is used, any rapid movement of the
control levers in either direction could result in a
reaction of the mower that can cause serious injury.
 Always operate with complete catcher system,
mulching system or side discharge chute in place and
in the lowest position.
 Never operate the mower with the catcher system
installed without the bags being properly installed and
the catcher lid in the lowered position.
 Always keep clear of the mower blades and
attachments during their operation.
 Turn off the blades when not mowing.
Only use accessories
installed on the
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