Operator's Manual

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Loading Machines
Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or
trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to extend
beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual
ramps for each side of the unit (Fig. 26). The lower rear
section of the tractor frame extends back between the rear
wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward. Having
a full width ramp provides a surface for the frame
members to contact if the unit starts to tip backward. If it
is not possible to use one full width ramp, use enough
individual ramps to simulate a full width continuous ramp.
The ramp should be long enough so that the angles do not
exceed 15 degrees (Fig. 26). A steeper angle may cause
mower deck components to get caught as the unit moves
from ramp to trailer or truck. Steeper angles may also
cause the unit to tip backward. If loading on or near a
slope, position the trailer or truck so it is on the down side
of the slope and the ramp extends up the slope. This will
minimize the ramp angle. The trailer or truck should be as
level as possible.
Important Do Not attempt to turn the unit while on
the ramp; you may lose control and drive off the side.
Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp and
sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp. Both
maneuvers can cause the unit to tip backward.
Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases
the possibility of backward tip–over and could
cause serious injury or death.
• Use extreme caution when operating a unit on a
ramp.
• Use only a single, full width ramp; DO NOT use
individual ramps for each side of the unit.
• If individual ramps must be used, use enough
ramps to create an unbroken ramp surface
wider than the unit.
• Do not exceed a 15 degree angle between ramp
and ground or between ramp and trailer or
truck.
• Avoid sudden acceleration while driving unit up
a ramp to avoid tipping backward.
• Avoid sudden deceleration while backing unit
down a ramp to avoid tipping backward.
Warning
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Figure 26
1. Trailer
2. Full width ramp
3. Not greater than
15 degrees
4. Full width ramp—side
view
Using the Z Stand
The Z Stand
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is used for raising the front end of the
machine. This allows for cleaning of the deck and
removal of the blades.
Unit could fall onto someone and cause serious
injury or death.
• Use extreme caution when operating unit on
Z Stand.
• Use only for cleaning deck and removing
blades.
• Do not keep unit on Z Stand for extended
periods of time.
• Always shut engine off and set parking brake
before performing any maintenance to deck.
Warning
Driving up onto the Z Stand
Important Use the Z Stand on a level surface.
1. Raise deck to transport position.