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9. Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden
hazards in the terrain. Keep away from any drop
offs. Beware of overhead obstructions (low limbs,
etc.), underground obstacles (sprinklers, pipes, tree
roots, etc.). Cautiously enter a new area. Be alert for
hidden hazards.
10. Disengage power to cutter deck before backing up.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary
and then only after observation of the entire area
behind the mower. If you must mow in reverse,
maintain a constant lookout to the rear of the
machine and mow slowly.
11. DO NOT turn sharply. Use care when backing up.
12. Disengage power to cutter deck before crossing
roads, walks or gravel drives.
13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
14. NEVER raise the deck with the blades engaged.
15. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
machine unattended, such as disengaging the
mower, stopping the engine, and removing the key.
16. Disengage power to the attachments when
transporting or when not in use.
17. The machine and attachments should be stopped
and inspected for damage after striking a foreign
object, and damage should be repaired before
restarting and operating the machine.
Figure 2-1. Slope Angle Graph
CAUTION
Do not touch the engine or the muffler while the
engine is running or immediately after stopping.
These areas may be hot enough to cause a
burn.
DO NOT run the engine inside a building or
a confined area without proper ventilation.
Exhaust fumes are hazardous and contain
carbon monoxide which can cause brain injury
and death.
18. Keep hands and feet away from cutter blades and
moving parts. Contact can injure.
19. Transport the mower using a heavy duty trailer
or truck. Ensure the trailer or truck has all of the
necessary lighting and markings as required by
laws, codes, and ordinances. Secure a trailer with a
safety chain.
20. Be cautious when loading and unloading onto
trailers or trucks. Use only a full width ramp. Always
back on and drive off a trailer.
21. When transporting the mower, make sure the neutral
lock lever is in neutral lock, the engine is off with the
key removed, the parking brake is engaged and the
wheels have been blocked.
22. Tie the mower down securely using the tie down
points located on the front and rear of the machine.
See Figure 2-2 and 2-3. Secure using straps, chains,
cable, or ropes. Both front and rear straps must be
directed down and outward from machine.
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TIE DOWN
POINT
Figure 2-2. Front Tie Down Points
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DANGER
TIE DOWN
POINT

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