Kubota Z411 Operator'S Manual Download

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SAFE OPERATION

Careful  operation  is  your  best  insurance  against  an
accident.
Read  and  understand  this  manual  carefully  before
operating  the  machine.  All  operators,  no  matter  how
much  experience  they  may  have  had,  must  read  this
and  other  related  manuals  before  operating  the
machine  or  any  implement  attached  to  it.  It  is  the
owner's  obligation  to  instruct  all  operators  in  safe
operation.
If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot understand the
contents,  it  is  the  owner's  responsibility  to  explain  this
material  to  them.  This  mowing  machine  is  capable  of
amputating hands, feet and throwing objects. Failure to
observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.

BEFORE OPERATING THE

MACHINE

Know your equipment and its limitations. Read all
instructions in this manual before attempting to start
and operate the machine.

1. General

• The zero turn mowing machine has different

steering characteristics than other machines with a
steering  wheel  and  does  not  have  a  service  brake
pedal.  Normal  slowing  down  and  stopping  is  done
with  the  motion  control  levers.  Read  and
understand the operator's manual before operating
the machine. Practice operating the machine at low
engine  speed  in  an  unobstructed  area  without
engaging the mower.

• Pay special attention to the safety labels on the

machine itself.

• Do not allow any bystanders around or near the

machine during operation.

• Do not allow passengers, children or non-qualified

operators on the machine at any time. The operator
must remain in the machine seat throughout
operation.

• Do not operate the machine or any attachments

while under the influence of alcohol, medication,
controlled substances or when fatigued.

• Do not wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around

the  machine.  The  clothing  may  catch  on  moving
parts or controls, leading to the risk of an accident.
Wear and use any additional safety items such as a
hard  hat,  safety  boots  or  shoes,  eye  and  hearing
protection,  gloves  and  so  on,  as  appropriate  or
required.

• Do not wear radio or music headphones while

operating the machine. Do not operate the machine
or any attachments while using or texting with a
cellphone or any other electronic device.
Safe operation requires your full attention.

• Carefully check the vicinity before operating

machine or any implement attached to it. Clear the
work area of objects (such as wires and rocks,) that
might be picked up and thrown. Check for overhead
clearance which may interfere with the grass
catcher or ROPS.

• Check brakes and other mechanical parts for

correct adjustment and wear. Replace worn or
damaged parts promptly. Check the tightness of all
nuts and bolts regularly.
(See

MAINTENANCE

page

and

ADJUSTMENT on page 70.)

• Keep all shields and guards in place. Replace any

that are damaged or missing. Do not operate
unless they are functioning properly.

• Before allowing other people to use your machine,

explain how to operate and have them read this
manual before operation.

• In addition to the design and configuration of

equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern and
prudence of personnel involved in the operation,
transport and maintenance of the equipment.

• Keep the machine and attachments in good

operating condition and keep safety devices in
place and in proper working condition. Do not
operate unless they are functioning properly.

• Do not modify the machine. Unauthorized

modification may affect the function of the machine,
which may result in personal injury.

• Use only implements approved by KUBOTA. Use

proper ballast on the front or rear of the machine to
reduce the risk of upsets. Follow the safe operating
procedures specified in the manuals of the
equipment.

• Keep your machine clean. Accumulations of dirt,

grease, and trash can contribute to fires and lead to
personal injury.

• The exhaust gas from the muffler is very hot. To

prevent  fire,  do  not  expose  dry  grass,  mowed
grass,  oil  and  any  other  combustible  materials  to
the  exhaust  gas.  Use  a  spark  arrester  where
required. Keep the engine and muffler clean all the
times.

SAFE OPERATION

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