7
PREDATOR-PRO
SERIES
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
IN GENERAL
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Maintain machine according to manufacturer's
schedule and instructions for maximum safety
and best mowing results.
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Park machine on level ground.
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Never allow untrained personnel to service ma-
chine.
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Adjust or repair only after the engine has been
stopped and the blades have stopped rotating.
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Inspect grass catcher components regularly. If
worn, damaged or deteriorated, they may expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
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Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty.
For best results, always replace with parts
recommended by the manufacturer.
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Disconnect battey or remove spark plug wire(s)
before making any repairs. Disconnect the nega-
tive terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect
positive first and negative last.
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Do not dismantle the machine without releasing
or restraining forces which may cause parts to
move suddenly.
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Provide adequate support for lifted machine or
parts if working beneath.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
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Clean up oil or fuel spillage thoroughly.
– Replace faulty mufflers.
– To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muffler,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free
of grass, leaves, debris buildup or grease.
BLADES
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Mower blades are sharp and
can cut. Use extra caution when
handling. Remove obstructions
with care. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves.
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Be aware that rotating one blade
on multiblade mowers can cause other blades to
rotate.
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Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld
them.
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Keep other persons away from blades.
WARNING
SAFETY
FUEL
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Gasoline and diesel fuels are
flammable; gasoline vapors are
explosive. Use extra care when
handling.
– Store only in containers specifi
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cally designed for fuel.
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When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overfill;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors
have cleared.
Sparks from static electricity can start fires or couse
explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static
electricity. To prevent static electricity sparks:
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Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on
the ground away from the vehicle.
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When practical, remove gas powered equip-
ment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If equipment must be refueled on the
truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container
rather than a dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening until fuel-
ing is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device
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Replace caps on fuel cans and tanks securely.
WARNING
WARNING
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The machine's hydraulic system
operates under high pressure.
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When checking for leaks, do
not use your hands to attempt
to find a leak. Instead, use
cardboard or paper.
– Escaping hydraulic fluid can be under sufficient
pressure to penetrate skin and cause serious
injury.
– If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin, it must
be promptly removed by a doctor familiar with
this form of injury or gangrene may result.
– Check that all hydraulic fluid connections are
tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good
condition before applying pressure to the system.
