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7. Make sure interlock switches are adjusted correctly
so engine cannot be started unless traction pedal is in
NEUTRAL and cutting units are DISENGAGED.

8. Remove all debris or other objects that might be
picked up and thrown by the reels or fast moving com
ponents from other attached implements. Keep all by
standers away from operating area.

9. Since gasoline and diesel fuel is flammable, handle
it carefully:

A. Use an approved fuel container.
B. Do not remove fuel tank cap while engine is hot
or running.
C. Do not smoke while handling fuel.
D. Fill fuel tank outdoors and only to within an inch
(25 mm) from the top of the tank, not the filler neck.
Do not overfill.
E. Wipe up any spilled fuel.

While Operating

10. Sit on the seat when starting and operating the
machine.

11. Before starting the engine:

A. Engage the parking brake.
B. Make sure traction pedal is in NEUTRAL and
cutting units are DISENGAGED.
C. After engine is started, release parking brake and
keep foot off traction pedal. Machine must not move.
If movement is evident, the neutral return mecha
nism is adjusted incorrectly; therefore, shut engine
off and adjust until machine does not move when
traction pedal is released.

12. Seating capacity is one person. Never carry passen
gers.

13. Do not run engine in a confined area without ade
quate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and
could possibly be deadly.

14. Check interlock switches daily for proper operation.
If a switch fails, replace it before operating the machine.
Replace all four interlock switches in wiring system
every two years, regardless if they are working properly
or not..

15. Using the machine demands attention. To prevent
loss of control:

A. Operate only in daylight, or when there is good
artificial light.
B. Drive slowly.
C. Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
D. Look behind machine before backing up.
E. Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch, creek or
other hazard.
F. Reduce speed when making sharp turns and
turning on a hillside.
G. Avoid sudden stops and starts.

16. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving
parts and reel discharge area. If so equipped, grass
baskets must be in place during operation of reels for
maximum safety.

17. Traverse slopes carefully. Do not start or stop sud
denly when traveling uphill or downhill.

18. Operator must be skilled and trained in how to drive
on hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or hills may
cause loss of control and vehicle to tip or roll, possibly
resulting in personal injury or death.

19. If engine stalls or wheels loose traction and cannot
make it to the top of a slope, do not turn machine around.
Always back slowly straight down the slope.

20. Raise cutting units before driving from one work area
to another.

21. DON’T TAKE AN INJURY RISK! When a person or
pet appears unexpectedly in or near the mowing area,
STOP MOWING. Careless operation, combined with
terrain angles, ricochets, or improperly positioned
guards can lead to thrown object injuries. Do not resume
mowing until area is cleared.

22. Do not touch engine, muffler or exhaust pipe while
engine is running or soon after it is stopped. These areas
could be hot enough to cause burns.

23. If cutting unit strikes a solid object or vibrates abnor
mally, stop immediately, turn engine off, set parking
brake and wait for all motion to stop. Inspect for damage.
If reel or bedknife is damaged, repair or replace it before
operating.

24. Before getting off of the seat:

A. Move traction pedal to neutral.
B. Set parking brake.
C. Disengage cutting units and wait for reels to stop.
D. Stop engine and remove key from switch.

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