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Safety
WARNING
Failure to read and follow the safety warnings and
instructions in this document and in the operator’s manual
could result in death, serious injury, and/or property damage.
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety
information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A
signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with
the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and potential severity
of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent
the type of hazard.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: indicates an action that could result in damage to the
product.
WARNING Amputation or Laceration Hazard
• DO NOT make adjustments or repairs while the engine is
running or the blades are rotating.
• DO NOT place hands or feet near rotating parts or under
the mower deck.
• Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Mower blades are sharp – wear heavy gloves when
handling them.
• On multi-bladed mowers, rotating one blade could cause
the other(s) to also rotate.
WARNING Thrown Objects Hazard
• DO NOT operate the mower deck or the tractor unless
the discharge deflector or the complete grass catcher
assembly (if equipped) is properly installed.
• Frequently check the condition of the discharge
deflector and grass catcher assembly (if equipped) for
damage or wear and repair/replace with manufacturer’s
recommended parts as necessary.
CAUTION Stored Energy Hazard
Keep hands away from tension springs when removing or
installing mower deck or transmission belts.
Deck Safety Decal
If any safety or instructional decals become worn or damaged,
and cannot be read, order replacement decals from your dealer.
Safety Interlock System Tests
The tractor is equipped with a Safety Interlock System. This
system is present for your safety: do not attempt to bypass
or tamper with the switches and devices. Check the system
using the Safety Interlock System Tests listed in the Operator’s
Manual.
Anytime the deck is removed and reinstalled, you must
perform this test.
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