Installation Instructions

B1700·B2100·B2400 WSM, 11770
[OPERATION]
M MOWER
(1) Operate the machine only in daylight or in good artificial light.
(2) Do
not run the engine in a closed area without adequate ventilation.
(3) Before starting
the engine, make sure that all shift levers are in neutral positions or in disengaged
positions.
(4) Never
start the engine while standing on ground. Start the engine only from operator's seat.
(5)
Be alert when operating. To prevent loss of control:
• Watch for holes in the terrain or other hidden hazards.
• Do not drive close to ditches, creeks, or other hazardous areas.
• Reduce speed when making sharp turns.
• Avoid sudden stops and starts.
• Before backing up, look to the rear to make sure no people or obstacles are behind you or the machine.
(6) Keep side discharge chute, mulching plate
or grass catcher (option) in place.
(7)
Do not discharge clippings toward people or objects.
(8)
Do not put hands or feet near or under mower deck.
(9) Shut
the engine off and wait for all movement to stop before removing grass catcher or unclogging
discharge chute.
(10) Adjust cutting
height only when engine is stopped and mower blades have stopped turning.
(11)
Mow across the face of slopes - never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Do
not mow excessively steep slopes.
(12)
To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine exhaust area free of grass or leaves.
(13) Disengage
power to the mower blades before crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
(14) If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
(15)
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine immediately and thoroughly inspect the machine for any
damage. Repair damage before restarting and operating the machine.
(16) Before leaving
the operator's position:
• All shift levers are in neutral positions or in disengaged positions.
• Shut off engine, and remove the key.
(17)
Do not operate the rear gauge wheel adjusting lever without support by block.
[TRANSPORTING]
(1) Disengage power to the mower blades, implements and attachments before transporting the machine.
(2)
Do not tow this machine.
(3)
Do not use this machine on public roads. If you must transport it, use a pick-up truck, trailer, or other
suitable machine and ramp.
(4)
Tie the machine down securely before transporting on public roads.
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