SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
THE TRACTOR
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▶ Read and understand all safety Precautions in the Tractor Operator's Manual.
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▶ Move and turn the tractor at low speeds. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.
▶ Keep the tractor in gear when traveling down hill.
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▶ Do not allow anyone but the operator on the tractor or mower. Never allow riders on tractor.
▶ Use extreme caution when loading or unloading the tractor and mower from a trailer or truck.
THE MOWER
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▶ Keep all shields and guards securely in place.
▶ Never operate the mower with the discharge deflector in raised position.
Wear personal protective equipment(PPE), such as, but not limited to, protection for eyes, ears, lugs,
head, hair, hands and feet when operating, servicing, or repairing the equipment. Avoid wearing
loose clothing or jewelry that may catch and entangle on equipment moving parts.
Stop tractor engine, place transmission in park(or neutral), engage parking brake, lower mower deck
to ground, allow machine moving parts to stop, remove ignition key to prevent unauthorized person
from starting tractor before servicing, repairing, or making adjustments to the equipment.
Do not operate the mower unless it is rigidly attached to the tractor. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury or death and equipment damage.
Make sure spring activated locking collar on Drive Shaft slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor
PTO spline groove.
Never leave the tractor seat with the mower blades rotating, with the tractor in motion, or the engine
running.
Use fender hand holds and steps when mounting and dismounting tractor to prevent falls. Keep steps
and Operator's platform clean and free debris.
Do not mow near drop offs, ditches, or embankments. The tractor could suddenly over turn if a wheel
travels over the edge of a ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Add wheel ballast for stability when operating on slopes. Use extreme care when operating on slopes
to maintain stability.
Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death and equipment damage. Keep this manual in a
safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering serivice parts.
Allow only responsible operators familiar with the instructions to operate the machine. Know the
controls and how to stop tractor engine and mower quickly in an emergency.
Tractor must be equipped with Rollover Protective System(ROPS) and seat belt for all mower
operation. Keep foldable ROPS locked in the up position at all times when operating the mower.
Falling off or overturning a tractor can result in death from being run over or crushed.
Always wear seat belt on ROPS equipped tractor . Do not wear a seat belt if the tractor ROPS has
been removed.
Most tractor and/or Mower equipment accidents can be avoided by following simple safety precautions.
The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, insurance requirements,
federal, state, and local laws. Make sure your machine has the correct equipment required by your local
laws and regulations. Understand that you safety and the safety of other persons are measured by how
you service and operate this mower.
Know the position and operations of all controls before you try to operate. Make sure you check all
controls in a safe area before starting.
Read this manual completely and thoroughly and make sure you understand all controls. All equipment
has a limit. Make sure you are aware of the stability.
This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When you see
this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal
injury or death.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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