Maintenance And Storage - Simplicity 7100 Series Operator's Manual

Safety Rules
•Never make any adjustment while the
engine is running.
•Avoid using brake to control downhill
speed. Select low transmission and en¬
gine speed before starting downhill.
•Be especially careful not to touch trac¬
tor or attachment parts which might be
hot from operation. Allow such parts to
cool before attempting to maintain, ad¬
just, or service.
•Stay alert for holes in the terrain and
other hidden hazards. Be extra careful
when operating on wet or slippery sur¬
faces.
• If equipment begins to vibrate abnor¬
mally, disengage power to attachments
and stop engine at once. Inspect for
damage and correct before starting up
tractor.
•Use care when pulling loads or using
heavy equipment.
a. Use only drawbar hitch point.
b. Limit loads to those you can safely
control.
c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when
backing.
d. Use weights when recommended in
the tractor or attachment Operators
Manual.
WARNING
Slope Operation
Never operate on slopes greater
than 35 percent (19.3°) which is a
rise of 3.5 feet (1067 mm) vertically
in 10 feet (3.1 m) horizontally.
When operating on slopes that are
greater than 20 percent (11.3°) use
rear wheel weights (see your deal¬
er). Select slow ground speed be¬
fore driving onto slope. Do not use
brakes to control speed. On Semi-
Automatic and 6 Speed models, do
not attempt to shift gears while on
slopes because once out of gear, it
may not be possible to shift into
another gear. Mow UP and DOWN
the slope, never across the face,
use caution when changing direc¬
tions and DO NOT START OR
STOP ON SLOPES.
•Disengage power to attachment(s) when
transporting or not in use.
•Reduce speed before approaching sharp
turns to avoid tipping or loss of control.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
•Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tightto
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
•To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine
and mower free of grass, leaves, and
excess grease.
•Never store the equipment with gaso¬
line in the tank inside of building where
fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
ALL WARNING, CAUTION, and instruc¬
tional messages on your tractors and
mower should be carefully read and
obeyed. Personal bodily injury can re¬
sult when these instructions are not
followed. The information is for your
safety and it is important. The safety
messages on the following pages are on
your tractor and mower.
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