User Guide

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Do not smoke while refueling.
Do not fill tank with engine running,
or while the engine is hot.
Allow engine to cool before storing
machine inside a building.
Store away from open flame or spark
if there is fuel in tank.
Clean up any gasoline spills.
Do not refuel while in enclosed trailer
or other enclosed areas
Avoid skin contact with battery acid.
Always wear eye protection when
checking the battery, acid can cause
serious injury to skin and eyes. If
contact occurs, flush area with clean
water and call physician immediately.
Acid will also damage clothing.
Do not allow open flame near the
battery when charging.
Hydrogen gas forms inside the
battery. This gas is both toxic and
flammable and may cause an
explosion if exposed to flame.
Always remove the negative ground
first and replace it last.
Do not overfill battery.
Electrolyte may overflow and
damage paint, wiring or structure.
When cleaning the battery, use soap
and water. Be careful not to get
soap and water into the battery. Use
soda mixed in water to clean
corrosion off the terminals.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under
pressure can penetrate skin.
Hydraulic fluid may also cause
infection in a minor cut or opening in
the skin; if exposed to hydraulic fluid,
see a doctor at once.
Before applying pressure to hydraulic
system, make sure all connections
are tight and all hoses and lines are
in good condition.
Relieve all pressure in the system
before disconnecting or working on
hydraulic lines.
To find a leak under pressure, use a
piece of cardboard or wood – never
use your hands.
To relieve all pressure in system,
turn engine off and lower attachment.
Read Owner’s Manual and Quick
Reference Decal before attempting to
operate this machine.
The following illustrations show the various safety decals that are located on the machine. A brief explanation is shown to
help the operator understand the meanings of these decals.
Do not remove or modify stabilizer
wheels or injury can result.
Never stop suddenly while backing
down slopes. This action may result
in a reaction of the tractor that can
cause serious physical injury.
Never operate the mower deck with
side deflector removed or in raised
position, except when the grass
catcher attachment is being used.
Hot surface!
Keep shields or covers in place while
machine is in operation.
Keep hands away from rotating
pulleys and belts.
Whirling blades! Keep hands and
feet away.
Beware of thrown objects.
Avoid crushing
Do not jump if machine tips
Use seat belt
Seat belt must be fastened while
operating this machine. Failure to
use seat belt will result in serious
injury in the event of a roll over.
Keep engine and pump compart-
ment(s) clean (especially in exhaust
area) to prevent fire and provide
maximum engine and hydraulic
cooling.