Ryobi ZTR480ex - TRANSPORTING THE PRODUCT; MAINTAINING THE PRODUCT

Fig 18
TRANSPORTING THE PRODUCT
See fig. 19.
WARNING
Use care when driving the product off of or
onto a trailer or truck. Press the low speed
drive button and carefully move the drive
levers as needed to control the speed.
Always back onto the trailer when loading.
When loading or unloading the mower, do
not exceed the maximum recommended
operation angle of 15°. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in loss of
control and result in death, serious personal
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WARNING
Use care when loading or unloading the
product onto a trailer. Ensure that the
cutting deck is raised to the highest position
so that it is not caught on the ramp. The
wheels on the product can go off the ramp
or trailer, causing the product to pivot or tip
over, and result in a crush hazard that can
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1. Park the product on a level surface.
2. Set the cutting deck to the maximum
height.
3. Position and secure a ramp to the trailer
according to manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE: Use one full width loading ramp that
is at least 30.5 cm wider than the mower to
minimise the risk of the wheels going off the
side of the ramp.
4. Slowly drive the product in reverse onto
the ramp and into the trailer.
5. Set the cutting deck to the lowest height.
6. Turn off the product, engage the parking
brake, and remove the start key.
7. Secure the product as needed using
straps or cables to prevent movement
during transport.
WARNING
To avoid accidental starting or movement
of the product that could result in serious
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key and engage the parking brake when
transporting the product.
Fig 19
MAINTAINING THE PRODUCT
WARNING
Turn off the product, engage the parking
brake, and remove the start key. Make
sure that all moving parts have come to
a complete stop before performing any
maintenance tasks to avoid accidental
starting and possible serious personal
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WARNING
Always wear eye protection with side shields.
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thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
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