T ilting the Back of the Seat
Pull the lever ( Figure 20 ) upward to tilt the back of
the seat.
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Figure 20
T ilting the Seat Forward
Lift the seat-tilt lever ( Figure 21 ) upward and tilt the
seat forward.
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Figure 21
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
• The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
• W ear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. T ie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry .
• Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
• Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur .
• Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and
you are in the operating position.
• Do not carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and children out of the operating area.
• Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
• A void mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction
could cause the machine to slide.
• Keep your hands and feet away from rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision.
• Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
• Stop the machine, remove the key , and wait for
all moving parts to stop before inspecting the
attachment after striking an object or if there is
an abnormal vibration in the machine. Make all
necessary repairs before resuming operation.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way .
• Disengage the drive to the cutting unit, shut of f the
engine, remove the key , and wait for all movement
to stop before adjusting the height of cut (unless
you can adjust it from the operating position).
• Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which
is lethal if inhaled.
• Never leave a running machine unattended.
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