HUSTLER SmoothTrak Super S Manual page 116

• Do not wear radios or music headphones while
operating this mower. Safe operation requires
your full attention.
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 Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating this mower.
 Do not operate the mower if you are fatigued, sick or
while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, if you are
pregnant or under 18 years old.
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 Poor posture or operating the mower for extended
periods of time may lead to fatigue or injury, resulting
in loss of mower control. Occasionally, stop the mower
and get off the mower to stretch and relax.
 This product is designed to be used by physically fit,
professional
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experience operating commercial mowers.
 Always be aware of abnormal mower vibration.
Prolonged exposure to excessive mower vibration can
lead to discomfort, low-back morbidity, neurological,
osteo-articular and vascular disorders, and/or trauma
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to the spine.
 Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,
are involved in a large percentage of mower-related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability
to operate the mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
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Operation
 Never leave a running mower unattended. Before
leaving the operator's platform for any reason,
including emptying the catcher or unclogging the
chute:
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• Always stop on level ground.
• Disengage the deck clutch.
• Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position.
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• Place the park brake lever in the engaged park
brake position.
• Stop the engine.
• Remove the ignition key.
• Wait for the engine and all moving parts to come
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to a complete stop.
 Always inspect mower for damage after striking a
foreign object. If damage is found, repair mower
immediately.
 Only start the engine from the operator's position.
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 Turn off the mower blades when not mowing.
 Always bring the mower to a complete stop before
using a hand operated grab tool to pick up trash.
 Always keep safety shields and covers in place, except
for servicing.
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 Never operate the mower deck with the discharge
chute damaged, altered, removed, or in the raised
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operators who have
position, except when the entire grass catcher
attachment or mulching system is being used.
 Always keep clear of the mower blades and
attachments during their operation.
• Never put hands or feet under any part of the
mower while it is running.
 Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or
unclogging the discharge chute. Never clear the
discharge chute with the engine running. Turn off the
engine and be sure the blades have stopped before
cleaning. Use a stick to clear a plugged discharge
area. Never use your hand!
 Follow daily and weekly checklists, making sure hoses
significant are tightly secured and bolts are tightened.
• Never operate a poorly maintained mower.
 Clean flammable material from mower. Prevent fires by
keeping the engine compartment, top of the deck,
exhaust area, battery (if applicable), fuel line, fuel tank
and operator's station clean of accumulated trash, grass
clippings, and other debris. Always clean up spilled fuel
and oil.
 Allow the mower, especially the engine, to cool before
storing inside a building or trailer.
 Never cover the machine with a tarp or cover of some
type until the engine and muffler have cooled.
 Do not change the engine governor setting or over
speed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive
speed may increase the hazard of personal injury.
 Rapid movement of the steering control levers in either
direction could result in a reaction of the mower that
can cause serious injury.
• Never push forward suddenly on your steering
control levers while the mower is in rearward
motion because mower may tip backwards.
• Never pull back suddenly on your steering control
levers while the mower is in forward motion.
 Always be aware of what is behind the mower before
backing up. Never mow in reverse. Always look down
and behind before and while backing up.
• If mowing in reverse is unavoidable, rapid
movement of the steering control levers in either
direction could result in a reaction of the mower
that can cause serious injury.
 Make sure you keep both feet securely on the
operator's
especially when backing up.
IMPORTANT: If both feet are not placed securely on the
operator's platform, slipping could occur.
 Keep the operator's platform clean of debris/mud or
slipping could occur.
 Slow down before turning.
 Operate a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away
from drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage ditches,
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platform while using this machine,
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