Product Manual

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⚠WARNING
PREPARATION
• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including gloves, safety glasses, long pants, substantial slip-resistant
footwear, and hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear jewelry.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys,
and wire which can be thrown by the machine.
• Use extra care when handling fuels. They are flammable, and vapors are explosive.
 Use only an approved fuel container
 Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool
before refueling. Do not smoke.
 Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that the operator's presence controls, safety switches, and shields are attached and
functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly.
⚠WARNING
OPERATION
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral before starting the engine. Only start the engine from the
operator's position.
• Do not operate any of the control levers (including auxiliary lever) unless you are standing with
both feet on the platform and firmly holding the grip handles.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to travel in the recommended direction on
hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the machine's stability.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns, crossing roads and sidewalks, and changing
directions on slopes.
• Never operate without the guards securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted,
and functioning properly.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
• Stop on level ground, lower implements, disengage the auxiliary hydraulics and shut off the engine
before leaving the operator's position for any reason.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving attachments.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path.
• Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders away.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks.
• Do not operate the machine when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.