Maintenance
Maintenance Safety Rules
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5-2 XR700 062419 Maintenance
5.1 Maintenance Safety Rules
WARNING!
Disengage the blades, turn off the engine, set the parking brake, and remove the
key before performing any service to, maintenance on, or adjustments to the deck.
Do not allow children on or around the deck or perform maintenance on the deck
when children are present.
Always perform the appropriate maintenance schedule(s) in a timely fashion.
Do not allow anyone near any operator controls while performing adjustments, ser-
vice, or maintenance to the drive unit or deck.
Always use personal protection equipment such as eye, hand, head, and ear pro-
tection when performing any service or maintenance to the drive unit or deck.
Keep the drive unit engine area free of accumulated debris, fuel, or excess grease
and oil to reduce fire hazard.
Keep the deck in good operating condition with all safety devices in place.
Check the blades frequently. Verify that they are sharp, free of nicks and cracks,
and securely fastened.
Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws. Verify that all fasteners are properly
installed to ensure the drive unit and deck are in safe operating condition.
Upon completing any maintenance or service function, verify that all safety guards
and devices are properly installed before operating the drive unit or deck.
Verify that all warning labels and decals are properly installed, visible, and legible.
Always remove debris from the top and bottom of the deck after each use.
CAUTION!
Always perform the appropriate maintenance checklists at the proper time interval.
Failure to perform the appropriate maintenance checklists at the proper time interval
will cause damage to the Articulator, unsafe operating conditions, and substandard
performance.
Warranty issues are dependent on proper maintenance.