Gravely 915015 - 1742 ZT, 9150156 - 2048 ZT Owner's/Operator's Manual page 9

Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
Be alert and turn off machine if children enter the area.
Before and when backing up, look behind and down for
small children.
Never carry children, even if mower is disengaged.
They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere
with safe machine operation.
Never allow children to operate or play on or near the
unit.
Always keep batteries out of reach of children.
HYDRAYLIC FLUID WILL CAUSE SEVERE BURNS.
Fluid in the hydraulic system can penetrate the skin
and cause death or serious injury.
Transport
NEVER push or pull (tow) unit with another vehicle.
Transmission damage will occur.
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. Never secure
by linkages which could become damaged.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is running.
DO NOT transport with attachment in the lowered
(operating) position.
Service
Before making any inspections, repairs, adjustments,
etc. disengage PTO, stop unit and engine, remove key,
and allow moving parts to stop.
ALWAYS block wheels and know all jack stands are
strong and secure and will hold weight of unit during
maintenance.
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside a
building where there is an open flame, such as a
water heater.
Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment
bolts, and keep equipment in good condition.
Never modify, alter or permit anyone to modify or alter
the unit or its components.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly. (See Operator Presence System in
Operation )
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris.
Clean up oil or fuel spills.
Allow machine to cool before storing.
Stop and inspect equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
ALWAYS lower attachment when unit is parked or
stored.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer's
recommended parts, when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut you. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
IMPORTANT: On multi-blade mowers, rotation of one
blade will cause all blades to rotate.
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required.
AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK. Do not reverse battery
connections.
EXPLOSIVE GASES from battery can cause death or
serious injury. ALWAYS keep open flames, sparks, or
smoking materials away from batteries.
POISONOUS BATTERY FLUID contains sulfuric acid
and its contact with skin, eyes, or clothing can cause
severe chemical burns. ALWAYS wear safety glasses
and protective gear near battery.
DO NOT tip battery beyond a 45° angle in any
direction.
ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating condition.
Damaged or worn muffler can cause fire or explosion.
Spark Arrester
This product is equipped with an internal combustion
engine. DO NOT use on or near any unimproved, forest
covered or brush covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrester,
if used, must be maintained in effective working order
by the operator.
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