MASSEY FERGUSON 1693685, Operator'S Manual

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Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of
children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care

of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.
• Before and during reverse operation, look behind and down for

small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or

interfere with safe unit operation.

• Never allow children to operate the unit.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or

other objects that may obscure vision.

TOWING

• Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.
• Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do

not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for weight limit for

towed equipment and towing on slopes.

• On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of

traction and loss of control.

• Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
• Do not shift to neutral and coast down hill.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices when

refueling the tractor after transportation or storage.

• Always follow the engine manual instructions for   storage

preparations before storing the tractor for both short and long term
periods.

• Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up

procedures when returning the unit to service.

• Never store the unit or fuel container inside where there is an

open flame or pilot light, such as in a water heater. Allow unit to
cool before storing.

EMISSIONS

• Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in

certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.

• Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index

information on the engine emissions label.

WARNING

When transporting this tractor on an open trailer,
make sure unit is facing forward, toward the direction
of travel. If tractor is facing backward, wind lift could
cause damage to the hood.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are

flammable and vapors are explosive.
a)

Use only an approved container.

b)

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the 
engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not 
smoke.

c)

Never refuel the unit indoors.

• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the

machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any
source of ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated.

• Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps securely.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed with a

plastic bed liner. Always place containers on the ground away
from your vehicle before filling.

• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and

refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container

opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle
lock-open device.

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
• Never run a unit in an enclosed area.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and

keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation

regularly and make necessary repairs if they are not functioning
properly.

• Keep unit free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up

oil or fuel spillage.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if

necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running unless

specified otherwise in the engine manufacturer’s manual.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to
be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear

gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
• Use only factory authorized replacement parts when making

repairs.

• Always comply with factory specifications on all settings and

adjustments.

• Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major

service and repair requirements.

• Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you have

been properly trained. Improper service procedures can result in
hazardous operation, equipment damage and voiding of
manufacturer’s warranty.

• On multiple blade mowers, take care as rotating one blade can

cause other blades to rotate.

• Do not change engine governor settings or over-speed the engine.

Operating the engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard
of personal injury.

• Disengage drive attachments, stop the engine, remove the key,

and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) before: clearing attachment
blockages and chutes, performing service work, striking an object,
or if the unit vibrates abnormally. After striking an object, inspect
the machine for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment.

• Never place hands near the hydro pump cooling fan when the

tractor is running. Cooling fan is located on top of the transaxle