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PREPARATION
Never operate the tractor and mower until you have read and completely understand this
manual, the Tractor Operator's Manual, and each of the messages found on the safety
decals on the tractor and mower.
Personal protection equipment including hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and
gloves are recommended during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment,
maintenance, repairing, removal, or moving the implement. Do not wear loose fitting
clothing or jewelry and be sure to contain long hair around equipment.
PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS!
Tractors with or without mowers attached can often create enough noise to cause
permanent hearing loss. We recommend that you use hearing protection if the noise in
the operator's position exceeds 80db. Long-term exposure to noise levels over 80db can
cause severe hearing loss. Long-term exposure to noise levels over 90db adjacent to
the operator may cause permanent total hearing loss.
NOTE: Hearing loss from loud noises (from tractors, radios, and other sources close to
the ear) is cumulative over a lifetime, with no chance of natural recovery.
Always wear your seat belt. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the
tractor particularly during a rollover when the operator could be trapped under the ROPS
or the tractor.
Clear area to be cut of stones, branches and other debris that might be thrown causing
injury or damage.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Ensure mower is properly mounted, adjusted and in good operating condition.
Ensure that all safety guards and safety decals are properly installed and in good
condition.
STARTING AND STOPPING SAFETY
Check the tractor master guard over the PTO shaft. Make sure it is in good condition and
fastened securely to the tractor. Purchase a new guard if old guard is damaged or
missing.
All tractors that are not equipped with a "live" Power Take Off (PTO) need to be equipped
with an over-running PTO clutch. These are available through most farm equipment
stores.
NOTE: The addition of an over-running PTO clutch may change the length of the PTO
driveline required. Pay extra attention to the instructions on the PTO driveline
Installation. Be sure that the driveline system guarding is sufficient.
Mower operating power is supplied from tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for
PTO engagement and disengagement instructions. Know how to stop the tractor and
mower quickly in case of an emergency.
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