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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.
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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.
Keep shields or covers in place while
machine is in operation.
Keep hands away from rotating
pulleys and belts.
Never operate the mower deck with
side deflector removed or in raised
position, except when the grass
catcher attachment is being used.
Whirling blades! Keep hands and
feet away.
Beware of thrown objects.
Hot surface!