Ariens HYDROSTATIC S-12 - Instructions for Safe Operation

DECALS FOR HYDROSTATIC MODELS 931015, 931016, 931017, & 931018
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CONTROL CONSOLE 78386
OEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL
THEN ENGAGE PARKING
BRAKE LQCK.
ENGAGED
► DISENGAGED
78281
78311
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
1. Know the Controls and how to stop quickly. READ THE
OWNER'S MANUAL.
2. Do not allow children to operate the vehicle. Do not allow
adults to operate it without proper instruction.
3. Do not carry passengers. Keep children and pets a safe dis¬
tance away.
4. Clear the work area of objects which might be picked up
and throwri.
5. Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into park
before attempting to start the engine.
6. Disengage power to attachment, stop the engine and place
shift lever to"Park-Start''position before leaving the operator's
position.
7. Disengage power to attachment and stop the engine before
making any repairs or adjustments.
8. Disengage power to attachment when transporting or not in
9. T ake all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle un-
attended, such as disengaging the power take-off, lowering
the attachment, shifting into park, setting the parking brake,
stopping the engine, and removing the key.
10. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or down-
hill. Mow up and down the face of steep slopes; never across
the face.
11. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent
tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.
12. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
13. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
a. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
b. Limit loads to those you can safely Control. |
c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
d. Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when suggested
in the owner's manual.
14. Watch out for traffic when Crossing or near roadways.
use.
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