HUSTLER Super Z Owner's Manual page 10

lever and avoid sudden movement. Rapid movement
of the control levers in either direction could result in a
reaction of the tractor that can cause serious injury.
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Never operate a poorly maintained machine.
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Never carry passengers.
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Never attempt high speed maneuvering, especially in
crowded or congested areas.
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Never allow persons to operate this machine without
proper instruction or allow children to operate
machine. Allow only responsible adults who are
familiar with these instructions to operate this
machine.
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Never put hands or feet under any part of the machine
while it is running.
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Never leave machine unattended with ignition key in
switch, especially with children present.
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Never refuel tractor while engine is running; never
refuel near an open flame or near devices which can
create a spark. Refuel outdoors preferably, or in well
ventilated areas.
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Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong
odor of gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct
cause.
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Never run the engine in an enclosed area unless
exhaust is vented to the outside. Exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide which is odorless and deadly poison.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to
the tractor drive system, mower deck or any
attachment while the tractor engine is running or deck
clutch is engaged. Repairs or maintenance requiring
engine power should be performed by trained
personnel only.
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Never work under the machine or attachment unless it
is safely supported with stands, blocks or a hoist.
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Do not touch hot parts of machine.
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Never direct discharge of material from mower deck
towards bystanders. Do not operate the mower
without either the discharge chute or the entire grass
collection system in place.
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Always disengage the blades and wait for them to stop
before crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
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Always keep clear of the mower blades and
attachments during their operation.
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Turn off blades when not mowing.
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Slow down before turning.
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Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or
unclogging the discharge chute. Never clear the
discharge chute with the engine running. Turn off the
engine and be sure the blades have stopped before
cleaning. Use a stick to clear a plugged discharge area.
Never use your hand!
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Do not operate the machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
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Exercise caution when loading or unloading the
machine onto a trailer or truck.
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Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating the mower.
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Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,
are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-
related injuries. These operators should evaluate their
ability to operate the mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
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Always disengage the blades and wait for them to stop
before crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
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Always keep clear of the mower blades and
attachments during their operation.
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Never make sudden starts, stops, turns, or reverse
direction, especially when maneuvering on slopes.
The steering is designed for sensitive response. Rapid
movement of the steering lever in either direction
could result in a reaction of the tractor that can cause
serious injury.
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If any attachment or additional weight is mounted on
the rear of the unit, any rapid movement of the control
levers in either direction could result in a reaction of
the tractor that can cause serious injury.
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Use extreme caution when operating on slopes.
• Be extremely careful changing directions on a slope.
Slow down.
• Do not operate where the machine could slip or tip.
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Do not remove or modify the stabilizer wheels.
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Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
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Avoid starting and stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly turn over if a wheel goes
over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
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Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
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Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.
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Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Never leave machine unattended with ignition key in
switch, especially with children present.
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Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
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Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the
area.
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Before and while backing, look behind and down for
small children.
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Never carry children, even with the blades off. They
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
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Never allow children to operate the machine.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, the end of a fence or other objects that may
obscure vision.
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Use extra caution when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
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Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade
attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good condition.
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Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
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Grass collection system components are subject to
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