Safetyrules& Information - Simplicity 5100251-00 Operator's Manual

SafetyRules& Information
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control
of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.
This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
The triangle ,d_ in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
A GENERAL WARNINGS
• Know the mower controls, safety rules and how to
stop quickly. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE
MOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
• Read and obey all safety decals.
• Wear appropriate ear, eye and breathing protection.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with
the instructions, to operate the unit.
• Disengage the electric clutch (PTO). Shut off the
engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before
attaching, adjusting, or disconnecting any part of the
collection system.
• Check the collection system to make sure it is bolted
tightly to the rider.
• DO NOT operate the mower without either the entire
grass catcher or the deflector in place.
• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades
when not mowing.
• DO NOT mow in reverse. Always look down and
behind before and while travelling in reverse.
• DO NOT turn sharply when travelling alongside a
building or any object. Slow down before turning.
• DO NOT carry passengers on the rider.
• When blower assembly is removed from the mower
deck, the deflector must be properly installed.
• Collector bags are subject to deterioration and wear
during normal use. Inspect the bag periodically for
tears, holes or weak spots and replace with a new
bag that meets manufacturer's durability standards.
• If the mower stalls or the turbo blower chute plugs:
1. Disengage the electric clutch (PTO);
2. Stop the engine and remove the key;
3. Set the parking brake, and wait for all moving
parts to stop.
4. Remove the foreign object or clear the chute with
a piece of wood before restarting the engine.
NEVER place hands into blower housing to
clear jammed object. Blower may rotate when
object is removed.
• For added rider stability and to prevent tipping or loss
of control:
a,
b,
Use reduced speed on uneven ground and when
turning corners.
Reduce loads on hillsides. It is recommended that
the collection system be kept no more than half
full when negotiating any slopes. Start mowing on
slopes when the collection system is empty.
c. Mow across the face of slopes; not up and down.
• Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°).