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HEAVY DUTY
SOD CUTTER
SAFETY
OPERATING SAFELY
IN GENERAL
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Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
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Use caution when making turns and crossing
roads and sidewalks. Stop the blade when not
cutting sod.
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Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Never leave a machine unattended. Always
turn off blade and stop engine when leaving the
operator position. When leaving the machine be
sure the wheel drive clutch is engaged.
– Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
machine towards you.
STARTING
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Start unit according to instructions in this manual
or on the machine.
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Before attempting to start the engine, make sure
the master clutch is disengaged.
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When starting the engine, make sure hands and
feet are clear of the blade.
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Do not change engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine
at excessive speed can increase the hazard of
personal injury.
INTERRUPTING OPERATION
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Before leaving the operator's position:
- Park on level ground.
- Disengage the master clutch.
- Shut off the engine.
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Disengage the master clutch and wait until the
blade stops moving then disengage the blade
clutch:
- when not cutting sod;
- for transport;
- when crossing surfaces other than grass.
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Stop the engine, disengage the master clutch
and wait until the blade stops moving:
- before refueling;
- before making blade adjustment .
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Stop the engine, disengage the master clutch,
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s):
- before clearing blockages;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
machine for damage and make repairs before
restarting;
- if the machine begins to vibrate abnormally
shut off machine immediately. Inspect and
make repairs as needed before restarting;
- except for repairs or adjustments as specifically
noted, such as for carburetor adjustment,
where the engine must be running. Keep
hands and feet clear of moving parts in these
circumstances.
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Allow the blade to come to a complete stop when
stopping operation to clear blockages, unclog,
inspect the machine, do maintenance or repair.
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Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut-
down and, if the engine is provided with a shut-
off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of
operation.
OPERATING ON SLOPES
USE EXTRA CARE WHEN WORKING ON SLOPES
BE SURE TO EVALUATE THE RISKS INVOLVED
BEFORE OPERATING ON A SLOPE.
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Do not operate on slopes if uneasy or uncertain.
Ultimate responsibility for safe operation on slopes
rests with the operator.
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Do not operate on steep slopes.
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Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.
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Do not cut sod near drop-offs, ditches or embank-
ments. The machine could suddenly turn over if a
wheel runs over the edge or an edge caves in.
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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then
turn slowly and downhill when possible.
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Be sure of your footing on slopes.
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