Gravely 992054, 992043 User Manual
Promaster 144Z / 148Z / 152Z / 160Z
Owner/Operator Manual
Models
992042 19HP-144Z
992043 21HP-148Z
992044 23HP-152Z
992051 23HP-160Z
992054 25HP-152Z
992055 25HP-160Z
992310 19HP-144Z
992311 21HP-148Z
US Patent 6,301,864
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
08498100C 2/03
Supercedes 08498100,A,B
Printed in USA
Ariens Company
655 West Ryan Street
P.O. Box 157
Brillion, Wisconsin 54110-0157
USA
Telephone (920) 756-2141
Facsimile (920) 756-2407
MODEL DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ISSUED BY THE
MANUFACTURER
CERTIFICAT DE CONFORMITÉ DU MODÈLE DÉLIVRÉ PAR LE FABRICANT
VOM HERSTELLER AUSGESTELLTE
MODELL-ÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG
MODELCERTIFICAAT VAN OVEREENSTEMMING AFGEGEVEN DOOR DE
FABRIKANT
DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ DEL PRODOTTO REALIZZATA DAL
PRODUTTORE
MODELO DE DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD EMITIDA POR EL
FABRICANTE
MODEL KONFORMITETSERKLÆRING UDSTEDT AF FABRIKANTEN
MODELLENS SAMSVARSERKLÆRING UTFERDIGET AV PRODUSENTEN
FÖRSÄKRAN OM MODELLÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE, UTFÄRDAT AV TILLVERKAREN
We the undersigned, - Je soussigné, - Mit meiner Unterschrift - Wij de ondergetekenden, - Il sottoscritto, - El abajo
firmante - Undertegnede, - Undertecknaren av detta dokument, - Me, allekirjoittaneet,
ARIENS COMPANY, declare that the Lawn Mower- certifie que la tondeuse à gazon - erklärt, dass der
Rasenmäher - verklaart dat de maaitrekker - dichiara che il tosaerba - certifica que el cortacésped - erklærer, at
græsslåmaskinen - erklærer at plenklipperen - intygar att gräsklipparen:
Category:
Make and Trade Name:
Riding Rotar
Gra
vely
y Lawnmower
Model: 992310 992311
Serial #Range: 00101 and up 00101 and up
Cutting Width (cm): 112 122
conform to the specifications of directive 2000/14/EC, 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC and their current amendments.
est conforme aux spécifications des directives 2000/14/EC, 98/37/EC et 89/336/EEC et à leurs modifications
actuelles.
den Spezifikationen der Richtlinie 2000/14/EC, 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC und deren aktuellen Zusätzen entspricht.
voldoet aan de specificaties van richtlijn 2000/14/EG, 98/37/EG, 89/336/EEG en recente aanvullingen hierop.
è conforme alle specifiche contenute nelle direttive 2000/14/EC, 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC e nei loro relativi
amendamenti.
cumple las especificaciones de la normativa 2000/14/EC, 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC y sus enmiendas en curso.
opfylder specifikationerne i Direktiv 2000/14/EF, 98/37/EF, 89/336/EØF og gældende ændringer.
er i overensstemmelse med spesifikasjonene i direktiv 2000/14/EF, 98/37/EF, 89/336/EØF og de gjeldende
endringer.
överensstämmer med specifikationerna i direktiven 2000/14/EC, 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC och deras nuvarande
tillägg.
Representative Measured Sound
Power Level -
Niveau de puissance acoustique
représentatif
Repräsentativer gemessener
Geräuschpegel
Typisch gemeten geluidssterkteniveau
Livello di potenza sonora
rappresentativo rilevato
Nivel de potencia acústica
representativo medido
Repræsentativt målt lydstyrkeniveau
Representativt målt lydeffektnivå
Representativ uppmätt ljudnivå
992310: 99 dB
992311: 104 dB
A
Guaranteed Sound Power Level Niveau garanti de puissance
A
acoustique
Garantierter Geräuschpegel
Gegarandeerd geluidssterkteniveau
Livello di potenza sonora garantito
Nivel de potencia acústica garantizado
Garanteret lydstyrkeniveau
Garantert lydeffektnivå
Garanterad ljudnivå
992310: 100 dB
992311: 105 dB
A
A
2
Stated Sound Power Levels are established following Annex VIII “Full Quality Assurance” of directive 2000/14/EC.
Les déclarations de niveau de puissance acoustique sont établies conformément à l’Article VIII « Assurance
qualité totale » de la directive 2000/14/EC.
Die angegebenen Geräuschpegel wurden gemäß Anhang VIII „Totales Qualitäts-Management“ der EU-Richtlinie
2000/14/EC.
Gespecificeerde geluidssterkteniveaus zijn vastgesteld aan de hand van Annex VIII “Full Quality Assurance”
(Volledige kwaliteitsborging) van richtlijn 2000/14/EG.
I livelli di potenza sonora dichiarati sono rilevati in base all’Appendice VIII del “Controllo qualità totale” della direttiva
CE/2000/14.
Los niveles de potencia acústica se establecen siguiendo el Anexo VIII “Garantía de calidad total” de la directiva
2000/14/EC.
De anførte lydstyrkeniveauer er fastlagte efter tillæg VIII “Fuld kvalitets sikring” i direktiv 2000/14/EF.
Lydeffektnivåene er fastsatt etter tillegg VIII ”Full kvalitetssikring” i direktivet 2000/14/EF.
Fastställda ljudnivåer har etablerats enligt bilaga VIII “Full kvalitetssäkring” i direktiv 2000/14/EC.
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Entité notifiée – Benachrichtigte
Körperschaft – Certificeringsinstantie
–Organismo notificato – Cuerpo
notificado – Bekendtgjort til – Kunngjøring
til – Underrättad myndighet –
Keeper of Technical File-
Dépositaire du fichier technique - Verwalter der
technischen Dokumente - Houder technische
gegevens - Depositario del file tecnico -
Depositario del archivo técnico - Ansvarlig for
teknisk data - Ansvarlig for teknisk
dokumentasjon - Innehavare of teknisk fil -
Signature/Unterschrift/
Handtekening/Firma/U
nderskrift/Underskrift
Handlekening/Unders
krift/Allekirjoitus
Philip J. Smucker
Manager of Product Conformance
Position/Qualité/Functie/Qualifica/Puesto/Stilling/Titel/Arvo
Ariens Company
SNCH/TUV Rheinland
11, Route de Luxembourg
L-5230 Sandweiler
Tim Peter
Product Team Leader
Chef d’équipe de produit - Produktteam-Leiter - Teamleider
Product - Capo team produttivo - Jefe del equipo del producto
- Produktansvarlig - Produktansvarlig - Produktledare
11/22/02
Date/Datum/Data/
Fecha/Dato/Päiväys
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
3
ENGLISH
1. Choke Control
2. Throttle Lever
3. Wing Knob
4. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir
5. Fuel Tanks and Caps
6. Steering Levers
7. Battery
8. Mower Lift Lever
9. Fuel Shut Off Valve
10. Mower Deck with Chute
Deflector
11. Cylinder Stops
12. Height of Cut Indicator
13. Foot Board Latch
14. Cylinder Stop Storage Post
15. Parking Brake
16. Seat Adjustment Lever
17. Power Take Off (PTO) Switch
18. Ignition Switch
19. Hour Meter
20. Oil Pressure Indicator
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
5
19
16
15
18
17
4
2
1
3
20
5
6
7
8
9
FRANÇAIS
1. Starter
2. Manette des gaz
3. Molette
4. Réservoir d’huile hydraulique
5. Réservoirs de carburant et
bouchons
6. Leviers de direction
7. Batterie
8. Levier de relevage de la
tondeuse
9. Robinet de carburant
10. Carter de coupe avec déflecteur
11. Butées de vérin
12. Indicateur de hauteur de coupe
13. Attache du repose-pied
14. Montant de remisage de butées de
vérin
15. Frein de stationnement
16. Levier de réglage du siège
17. Contacteur de régime de la PdF
18. Contacteur de démarrage
19. Compteur horaire
20. Indicateur de pression d'huile
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13
12
11
10
Figure 1
ESPAÑOL
1. Control de aire
2. Palanca de ralentí
3. Perilla de mariposa
4. Depósito de aceite hidráulico
5. Tapas y depósitos de combustible
6. Palancas de dirección
7. Batería
8. Palanca de elevación del cortacésped
9. Válvula de cierre de combustible
10. Plataforma de corte
11. Topes de cilindro
12. Altura del indicador de corte
13. Traba de la plataforma de pie
14. Poste de almacenamiento del tope del
cilindro
15. Freno de estacionamiento
16. Palanca de ajuste del asiento
17. Interruptor de la toma de fuerza (TDF)
18. Interruptor de encendido
19. Horómetro
20. Indicador de la presión del aceite
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
INTRODUCTION
THE MANUAL
Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read
your manuals. The contents will provide you with an
understanding of safety instructions and controls during
normal operation and maintenance.
All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from
operator sitting in the operation position and facing the
direction of forward travel.
SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
Transfer
model &
serial
number
label from
product
registration
here.
When ordering publications,
replacement parts, or making service
inquiries, know the Model and Serial
numbers of your unit and engine.
Numbers are located on the product
registration form in theliterature package.
They are printed on a serial number
label, located on the frame of your unit
(Figure 2).
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
The Gravely dealer must register the product at the time
of purchase. Registering the product will help the
company process warranty claims or contact you with the
latest service information. All claims meeting
requirements during the limited warranty period will be
honored, whether or not the product registration card is
returned. Keep a proof of purchase if you do not register
your unit.
Customer Note: If Dealer does not register your product,
please fill out, sign and return the product registration
card to Gravely.
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use only Gravely replacement parts. The replacement of
any part on this equipment with anything other than a
Gravely authorized replacement part may adversely
affect the performance, durability, and safety of this unit
and may void the warranty. Gravely disclaims liability for
any claims or damages, whether regarding warranty,
property damage, personal injury or death arising out of
the use of unauthorized replacement parts.
NOTE: To locate your nearest Gravely Dealer, call
1-800-472-8359 or go to www.gravely.com on the internet
Serial Number Label
Figure 2
• Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here.
• Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here.
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DISCLAIMER
Gravely reserves the right to discontinue, change, and
improve its products at any time without public notice or
obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and
specifications contained in this manual were in effect at
printing. Equipment described within this manual may be
optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your
unit.
DEALER DELIVERY
Dealer should:
1. Test brakes after tractor is assembled to be sure
adjustment has not been disturbed in shipment
(See Parking Brake Interlock System on page 12).
Wheel brakes are properly adjusted at factory.
2. Check the safety interlock system to make sure that
it is functioning properly. With operator on seat, unit
must not start unless steering levers are in neutral
GB - 5
Copyright 2003 Ariens Company
(N) and Power Takeoff (PTO) is disengaged (Off).
Engine must stop if operator leaves seat when
steering levers are in any drive position or PTO is
engaged (On). See Safety Interlock System on
page 12.
3. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and
return the card to Gravely.
4. Explain Gravely Limited Warranty Policy.
5. Explain recommended lubrication and
maintenance. Advise customer on adjustments.
Instruct customer on controls and operation of unit.
SAFETY
WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of
amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the safety
instructions in the manuals and on decals could
result in serious injury or death.
Slopes are a major factor related to
loss-of-control and tip-over accidents. Operation
on all slopes requires extra caution.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Never assume
that children will remain where you last saw
them.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors
are explosive, handle with care.
Disengage attachment, stop unit and engine,
remove key, engage parking brake, and allow
moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s
position.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
These are safety alert symbols. They
mean:
• ATTENTION !
OL1253
• YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
When you see this symbol:
• BECOME ALERT!
•OBEY THE MESSAGE!
OL3900
Discuss and emphasize the Safety Precautions.
Give customer Owner/Operator, Parts, and Engine
Manuals. Advise customer to thoroughly read and
understand them.
Customer Note: Your Dealer has been provided
complete setup and preparation instructions which must
be completed prior to you taking delivery of this unit. The
dealer is required to review important information in this
manual with you before or upon delivery of the unit or
attachment.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
NOTATIONS
NOTE: General reference information for proper opera-
tion and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information
required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working precautions,
for the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and
follow all safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions
and the possibility of minor, moderate, or serious injury or
death. Learn applicable rules and laws in your area,
including those that may restrict the age of the operator.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller
on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by
someone other than original purchaser (loaned, rented or
sold), ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed
safety training before operation.
SIGNAL WORDS
The safety alert symbols above and signal words below
are used on decals and in this manual.
Read and understand all safety messages.
DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in
death or serious injury.
GB - 6
SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals.
Refer to Figure 3 for Safety Decal locations.
7
• Avoid injury - Stay clear of rotating parts.
• Risque de blessures - ne pas s’approcher des pièces en
mouvement.
• Evitar lesiones - Mantenerse alejado de las piezas giratorias.
DANGER / PELIGRO
6
5
077560
4
07742300B
WARNING/AVERTISSEMENT/ADVERTENCIA
Do not operate mower
unless guards are in
operating position or
bagger is attached.
3
DANGER/ PELIGRO
Ne jamais utiliser
la tondeuse sans
protecteur sur le
canal d'ejection ou
sans le bac monte.
No operar segadora a
menos que las defensas
esten en posicion de
operacion o el
recogedor este fijo.
07731400D
2
05359400
1. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH
Read Owner/Operator Manual.
Figure 3
MAX
07735200C
DANGER/ PELIGRO
DANGER / PELIGRO
• Read the operator's manual.
• Keep children and others away from unit while
operating.
• Never direct discharge toward other people.
Thrown objects can cause injury.
• Look down and behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children.
• Go up and down slopes, not across.
POUR EVITER LES BLESSURES GRAVES
OU LA MORT
• Lire le manuel d'utilisation.
• Éloigner les enfants et tout autre personne
pendant le fonctionnement de la machine.
• Ne jamais décharger directement en direction
de quelqu’un. Des particules projetées
peuvent provoquer des blessures.
• Regardez derrière et sur les côtés lorsque
vous reculez.
• Ne transportez jamais d'enfant.
• Tondez toujours de haut en bas et
inversement jamais le long des pentes.
• Si la machine s
la lame et redescendez doucement.
• Evitez les virages brusques.
• Maintenez toujours en place tous les
elements de sécurité (protecteurs,
interrupteurs, etc.).
• Controler le bon fonctionnement du système
de sécurité avant utilisation tel qu'indiqué
dans le manuel d'utilisation.
• Comprenez bien la fonction et la situation de
chacun des leviers et boutons de commande.
Ne jamais permettre l'utilisation par des
•
personnes n'ayant pas reçu la formation
nécessaire.
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
'a
rrête en montee. Debrayez
Go up and down slopes, not across.
DO NOT operate on slopes over 17˚.
17°
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3
07731400D
• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and
back down slowly.
• Avoid sudden turns.
• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches,
etc.) in place and working.
• Check interlock system per manual before use.
• Understand location and function of all controls.
• Never allow operation by untrained persons.
PARA EVITAR DAÑOS SERIOS O LA
MUERTE
• Leer el manual del operador.
• Mantenga la unidad alejada de los niños y otras
personas cuando esté en funcionamiento.
• Nunca dirija la descarga hacia otras personas,
ya que los objetos lanzados pueden provocar
lesiones.
• Antes y durante retroceso mirar hacia abajo y
detras.
• Nunca monten niños.
• Suba y baje pendientes, no transversalmente.
• Si la maquina se detiene subiendo cuesta,
desactive la cuchilla y baje lentamente.
• Evite viradas subitas.
• Mantenga artefactos de seguridad (defensas,
protectores, interruptores, etc.) en su lugar y
trabajando.
• Verifique en el manual el sistema de engranar
antes de usar.
• Tenga conocimiento de funciones y
localizaciones de todos los controles.
• No permitir que personal sin la necesaria
formación use la máquina.
1
MAX
17
05359300
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OL1801
Keep children and others away from unit while
operating.
OL4370
Never direct discharge toward other people.
Thrown objects can cause injury. Remove
objects that could be thrown by the blade.
OL0910
Look down and behind before and while
backing.
OL4460
Keep children out of work area and under
watchful care of a responsible adult.
OL4470
NEVER CARRY CHILDREN.
• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back
down slowly.
• Avoid sudden turns.
• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc.)
in place and working.
• Check interlock system per manual before use.
• Understand location and function of all controls.
• Never allow operation by untrained persons.
2. PINCH POINT
Avoid pinch points.
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3. DANGER! ROTATING PARTS
Always keep feet and hands away from
rotating parts.
OL3030
OL4480
GB - 7
Always stand clear of discharge area. Do not
direct discharge toward other people.
OL0910
Keep people away from unit while operating.
OL3292
Shut off engine, remove key, read manual
before you adjust or repair unit.
OL4010
NO STEP! Always keep feet away from
rotating parts.
OL4420
4. WARNING!
Do not operate mower unless guards are in operating
position or bagger is attached.
Always stand clear of discharge area.
OL4430
Do not operate mower unless bagger is
attached or guards are in operating position.
OL3320
5. HOT SURFACES!
DO NOT touch parts which are hot from
operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool.
OS0731
6. ROTATING PARTS
AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of rotating parts.
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7. DANGER!
AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of rotating parts.
OL4730
SAFETY RULES
Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in
Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly.
Failure to follow instructions could result in personal
injury and/or damage to unit.
ALWAYS remove key and/or wire from spark plug before
assembly. Unintentional engine start up can cause death
or serious injury.
Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area
to understand:
• Work area • Your unit • All safety decals
ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully
before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when
operating along streets or curbs.
Keep children and people away.
Keep children out of work area and under watchful care
of a responsible adult.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and debris.
Thrown objects can cause injury.
Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid
uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic.
DO NOT operate near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. Unit can suddenly turn over if a wheel is
over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Data indicates that operators, age 60 and above, are
involved in a larger percentage of riding mower related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to
operate the riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
Read the entire Owner/Operator manual and other
training material. If the operator or the mechanic cannot
read the manual, it is the owner’s responsibility to explain
it to them. Only the user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people or property.
Only trained adults may operate or service unit.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Training includes actual operation.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near unit.
Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires
your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back hair
that may get caught in rotating parts.
Wear adequate outer garments.
NEVER wear open sandals or canvas shoes during
operation. Wear adequate safety gear, protective gloves
and footwear.
Wear proper footwear to improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating mower.
Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand.
Wrap blade(s) or wear gloves to service. On multiblade
mowers, rotation of one blade will cause all blades to
rotate.
GB - 8
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is
running.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating
parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body
parts.
ALWAYS keep body and hands away from pin holes or
nozzles which eject hydraulic fluid under pressure.
DO NOT touch parts which are hot. Allow parts to cool.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all pinch points.
Fumes from the engine exhaust can cause death or
serious injury. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.
Always provide good ventilation.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
manual and on the machine before starting.
Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an Emergency
• Braking and steering characteristics
• Turning radius and clearances
Keep safety devices or guards in place and functioning
properly. NEVER modify or remove safety devices.
Ensure Safety Interlock System is functioning properly.
DO NOT operate unit if safety interlock is damaged or
disabled.
Start and operate unit only when seated in operator’s
position. Steering control levers must be in neutral, PTO
disengaged and parking brake set when starting engine.
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees
or other objects that may obscure vision.
Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an
accident. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Avoid slippery surfaces. Always be sure of your footing.
DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding and effect the machine’s stability.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
Never carry passengers.
DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.
Never direct discharge towards persons or property that
may be injured or damaged by thrown objects. Use
extreme caution on gravel surfaces.
Always stand clear of the discharge area.
ALWAYS disengage PTO, stop unit and engine, remove
key, engage parking brake and allow moving parts to stop
before leaving operator’s position.
Never engage PTO while raising attachment or when
attachment is in raised position.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT change
engine governor settings or over-speed engine. Slow
down before turning.
DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
ALWAYS look down and behind before and while
backing.
If equipment vibrates abnormally, stop engine at once,
wait for moving parts to stop and remove wire from spark
plug. Repair any damage before restarting unit.
Take all possible precautions when leaving unit
unattended. Shut off engine. Remove wire from spark
plug and secure it away from spark plug.
ALWAYS remove key to prevent unauthorized use.
Know the weight of loads. Limit loads to those you can
safely control and the unit can safely handle.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use. ALWAYS
turn off power to attachment when travelling, crossing
driveways, etc.
Mow up and down slopes, not across them.
DO NOT operate on slopes of more than 17 degrees.
Use of a Rollover Protection System (ROPS) is
recommended for slope operation. See Attachments and
Accessories.
Always wear a seat belt when operating unit using a
Rollover Protection System (ROPS).
Keep all movements on the slope slow and gradual . Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on the slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
If you cannot back up a slope or you feel uneasy on it, do
not mow it.
DO NOT park on slopes unless necessary. When parking
on slope always chock or block wheels. Always engage
parking brake.
Use a slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes even
though the brakes are functioning properly.
Do not bypass transmission when on a slope.
Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto trailer
or truck.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. NEVER secure
from rods or linkages that could be damaged.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is running.
ALWAYS turn off power to attachment when transporting.
Keep unit free of debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
This product is equipped with an internal combustion
type engine. DO NOT use unit on or near any
unimproved, forest-covered or brush covered land unless
exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester
meeting applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark
arrester, if it is used, must be maintained in effective
working order by operator.
GB - 9
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