ryan LAWNAIRE 28 544874F, Operator'S Manual

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Lawnaire

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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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Slow down and use caution when making turns 
and crossing roads and sidewalks.  Stop tines if 
not aerating.

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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 
disengage times, traction drive ans stop engine 
before leaving machine.

Starting

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Start only according to instructions in this manual 
or on the machine.

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Before attempting to start the engine, make sure 
the traction drive and tines are disengaged.

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When starting the engine, make sure hands and 
feet are clear of the tines.

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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 traction drive and tines.
- Shut off the engine.

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Disengage the tines and wait until they quit 
moving:
- when not aerating;
- for transport;
- when crossing surfaces other than grass.

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Stop the engine, disengage the tines and traction 
drive and wait until the tines stop moving before 
refueling.

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Stop the engine, disengage the traction drive and 
tines and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or 
remove the key:
- 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 tines to come to a complete stop when 
stopping operation to 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 
aerating.

OPERATING SAFELY

MANEUVERING SAFELY

In general

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Slow down before turning.

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Be aware when approaching blind corners, 
shrubs, trees, tall grass or other objects that may 
obscure vision.

Slopes

Slopes are a major factor in loss-
of-control and tipover accidents 
that sometimes lead to severe 
injury or death.  All slopes require 
extra caution. 

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Do not aerate on slopes if 
uneasy or uncertain. Ultimate responsibility for 
safe operation on slopes rests with the operator. 

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Do not aerate excessively steep slopes.

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Aerate across slopes, not up and down.

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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.  If tires lose 
traction, disengage the tines and proceed slowly 
straight down the slope.

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Keep all movement on the slopes slow and 
gradual.  Do not make sudden changes in speed 
or direction. 

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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then 
turn slowly and downhill when possible.

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Stay away from slopes if the ground is loose or if 
caught in the rain during mowing.

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Use lower speeds on a slope to avoid stopping or 
shifting.

WARNING

MANEUVERING SAFELY

SAFETY