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430
MAX
OPERATION
OPERATING NOTES
–
OBSERVE SAFETY DECALS
.
– Practice at slow engine and travel speeds with the
PTO off until fully familiar with the controls.
– Do not operate mower with other persons in the
area. Irregularities in ground surface can permit
foreign material to be propelled from beneath deck
to cause serious injury or death.
– Before leaving operator's seat, disengage PTO,
set PARKING BRAKE and STOP ENGINE.
– Remove key from ignition if maintenance
procedures are to be performed or tractor is to be
left unattended.
– Tire pressures are very important! Check tire
pressures according to Service Chart on page 17.
Slow down on rough, uneven or steep terrain
and for operation of power driven mounted
attachments.
Stop running the unit at the first sign of
any abnormal hydraulic function. Serious
damage to the hydraulic system can result.
Rear weights must be used with attachments
over 120 pounds for stability. See attachment
operator's manual for weight requirements.
Always remove all rear weights when front
mounted attachments are removed, or when
using attachments less than 120 pounds, to
reduce the possibility of unit tipping over
backward while climbing steep slopes or
loading ramps.
TIRE BALLAST
Liquid, foam, rubber or powder ballast in tires
causes excess loads on the drive train.
Failures
caused by excess loading may not be covered
by warranty.
Modified or makeshift weights are not acceptable.
MAXIMUM ENGINE INCLINATION
RECOMMENDATIONS
When using an engine in an inclined position
continuously, the following points must be
remembered:
– The effective volume of the fuel tank becomes
less, so air suction must be prevented.
– The effective volume of the engine oil sump is
reduced, increasing the possibility of improper
engine lubrication.
POSITION
FRONT
UP
FRONT
DOWN
LEFT OR
RIGHT
SIDE
DOWN
LESS THAN 10 MINUTES
CONTINUOUS OPERATION
CONTINUOUS
OPERATION
30º
30º
30º
25º
25º
25º