Gravely Pro-Master PM 320 HD Owner's/Operator's Manual page 8

Never carry passengers.
DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
Never direct discharge towards persons or
property that may be injured or damaged by
thrown objects. Use extreme caution on
gravel surfaces.
Always stand clear of the discharge area.
ALWAYS disengage PTO, stop unit and
engine, remove key, engage parking brake
and allow moving parts to stop before leaving
operator's position.
Never engage PTO while raising attachment
or when attachment is in raised position.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT
change engine governor settings or over-
speed engine. Slow down before turning.
DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. ALWAYS look down and behind
before and while backing.
Stop and inspect equipment if you strike an
object or if there is an unusual vibration.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Never
make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut you.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use
extra caution when servicing them. NEVER
weld or straighten mower blades.
Rotation of one blade may cause rotation of
the other blades.
Take all possible precautions when leaving
unit unattended. Shut off engine. Remove
wire from spark plug and secure it away from
spark plug.
ALWAYS remove key to prevent
unauthorized use.
Know the weight of loads. Limit loads to those
you can safely control and the unit can safely
handle.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in
use. ALWAYS turn off power to attachment
when travelling, crossing driveways, etc.
Mow up and down slopes, not across them.
Do not operate on slopes over 10° maximum.
Keep all movements on the slope slow and
gradual. Do not make sudden changes in
speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on the slope. If tires
lose traction, disengage the blades and
proceed slowly straight down the slope.
If you cannot back up a slope or you feel
uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO NOT park on slopes unless necessary.
When parking on slope always chock or block
wheels. Always set parking brake.
Use a slow speed. Tires may lose traction on
slopes even though the brakes are
functioning properly.
Do not bypass transmission when on a slope.
Operation on slopes may lead to loss of
steering control. When operating on slopes
be prepared to react to an emergency
situation:
• Take foot off of direction control to place
unit in neutral.
• Immediately set parking brake.
• Turn off PTO and engine.
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch
designed for towing. Do not attach towed
equipment except at the hitch point.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations
for weight limits for towed equipment and
towing on slopes.
NEVER allow children or others in or on
towed equipment.
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment
may cause loss of control.
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to
stop.
Use extra care when loading or unloading
unit onto trailer or truck.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle.
NEVER secure from rods or linkages that
could be damaged.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is
running.
ALWAYS turn off power to attachment and
shut off fuel when transporting unit.
Keep unit free of debris. Clean up oil or fuel
spills.
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