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• Never run engine indoors or in an enclosed
area, unless exhaust gases are safely removed
to the outdoors with an exhaust pipe extension/
hose combination. Exhaust gases contain car-
bon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Always perform maintenance with the ma-
chine parked on a hard level surface; with
the engine stopped and the PTO disengaged;
with the park brake set; and with the key
removed from the ignition.
• Always remove the grounded (-) clamp from
the battery when performing maintenance
on the engine, clutch, or any other electri-
cal system. The battery is located under the
seat.
• Always wear close fi tting clothing and safe-
ty equipment appropriate for the job. Keep
work area clean and dry.
• Never work under the machine without jack
stands or other equivalent safety blocks. Do
NOT rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic
jacks or lifts for support. Always use ad-
equate wheel chocks on tires remaining on
the ground.
• Hydraulic hoses can fail due to physical
damage, kinks, age, and exposure. Check
hoses regularly. Replace damaged hoses.
• Escaping fl uid under pressure can penetrate
the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the
hazard by relieving pressure before discon-
necting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten
all connections before applying pressure.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immedi-
ately. Any fl uid injected into the skin must
be surgically removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
• Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard.
Protect hands and body from high pressure
fl uids.
• Never run engine indoors or in an enclosed
area, unless exhaust gases are safely re-
moved to the outdoors with an exhaust pipe
extension/hose combination. Exhaust gases
contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and
deadly poison.
• Waste products such as used oil, fuel, cool-
ant, and batteries can harm the environment
and people. Dispose of waste products prop-
erly.
• Never attempt to disconnect or alter any part
of the safety interlock systems.
• Do not change engine governor settings.
• Keep engine free of grass, leaves, or excess
grease to reduce fi re hazard and minimize
engine overheating.
• Keep machine and mower deck in good op-
erating condition and all safety devices in
place.
• Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and
screws. Check that all locking pins are prop-
erly installed and in good condition.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust
and service as required.
STORING SAFELY
• Never store machine with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach
an open fl ame, spark or pilot light as on a
furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or other
gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before
storing in an enclosure.
• If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more,
add a fuel stabilizer to the fuel system. Fuel
stabilizer (such as STA
.
BIL
®
) is an accept-
able additive in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-
lizer to fuel in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the
carburetor or injectors.
• If draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an ap-
proved container outdoors and away from
open fl ame.
• Never run engine indoors or in an enclosed
area, unless exhaust gases are safely re-
moved to the outdoors with an exhaust pipe
extension/hose combination. Exhaust gases
contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and
deadly poison.
• Remove all accumulated debris from mower
deck and tractor.
• Sand areas where paint is chipped and re-
paint to prevent rust. Lubricate all locations
to prevent moisture damage during storage.
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