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ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
■ Full chain shielding must be installed when op-
erating in populated areas or other areas where
thrown objects could injure people or damage
property.
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If this machine is not equipped with full chain
shielding, operation must be stopped.
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This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and pro-
tective devices cannot prevent all objects
from escaping the blade enclosure in every
mowing condition. It is possible for objects
to ricochet and escape, traveling as much as
300 feet (92m).
■ Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.
■ Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
■ Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
■ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of
all moving parts.
■ Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
■ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
■ Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt secure-
ly fastened. Falling off power unit can result in
death from being run over or crushed. Keep
foldable ROPS system in "locked up" position
at all times.
■ Always sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten
seat belt, place transmission in neutral, engage
brake, and ensure all other controls are disen-
gaged before starting power unit engine.
■ Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
■ Do not operate PTO during transport.
■ Look down and to the rear and make sure area is
clear before operating in reverse.
■ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
■ Do not stop, start, or change directions sudden-
ly on slopes.
8 Safety
SAFETY RULES
■ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
■ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
■ Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
set parking brake, remove key, inspect, and re-
pair any damage before resuming operation.
■ Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic
system can cause equipment to drop.
MAINTENANCE
■ Before performing any service or maintenance,
disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.
■ Before working underneath, disconnect drive-
line, raise cutter, lock in transport position, and
block cutter securely. Hydraulic system leak
down and failure of mechanical or hydraulic
system can cause equipment to drop.
■ Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
modify or alter the equipment or any of its com-
ponents in any way.
■ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protec-
tive equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing,
and head; and respirator or filter mask where
appropriate.
■ Make sure attachment is properly secured, ad-
justed, and in good operating condition.
■ Do not allow bystanders in the area when op-
erating, attaching, removing, assembling, or
servicing equipment.
■ Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
■ Make certain all movement of equipment com-
ponents has stopped before approaching for
service.
■ Frequently check blades. They should be sharp,
free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.
■ Do not handle blades with bare hands. Wear
gloves. Careless or improper handling may re-
sult in injury.
MAN1298
( 08/01/2023 )
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