9. If the cutting blades should strike a solid object or
the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, and
check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble. Check the machine
for damaged or defective parts. Repair any damage
before starting the engine or operating the cutter
deck. Be sure the blades are in good condition and
the blade bolts are tight.
10. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on
slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or
loss of control. Be especially cautious when
changing directions on slopes.
WARNING:
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a
slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck
down). If the machine can back up the slope
without the wheels slipping, reduce speed and
use extreme caution. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA
APPROVED OPERATION.
11. Do not touch the engine or muffler while the
engine is running or soon after it is stopped.
These areas could be hot enough to cause a burn.
12. Before leaving the operator's position or leaving
the mower unattended, move the speed adjust-
ment lever into the neutral position, place the
neutral latches in the neutral lock position, apply
the parking brake, and move the blade engage-
ment switch to OFF. Shut the engine OFF and
remove the key.
13. Do not pass or stand on the grass discharge side
of any mower with the engine running. Stop
operation when another person approaches.
USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED
RIDING ATTACHMENTS
SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING
FALLING HAZARD
14. Use only Scag approved attachments and accessories.
Scag Approved Attachments:
RS-2
RS-ZT
GC-F4
GC-4D
Scag Approved Accessories:
Mulch Plate
Mulch Master
Traction Plus
Adjusta-Grip
Turbo Baffle
Blade Buddy
Using unapproved attachments, (especially "stand-up"
riding attachments) may be hazardous.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug to prevent accidental starting of the engine
when servicing, adjusting or storing the machine.
2. If the mower must be tipped to perform mainte-
nance or adjustment, remove the battery, drain
the gasoline from the fuel tank and the oil from
the crankcase.
3. To reduce potential fire hazard, keep the engine
free of excessive grease, grass, leaves and accu-
mulations of dirt.
4. Be sure the machine is in safe operating condi-
tion by keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight.
Check the blade mounting bolts and nuts fre-
quently to be sure they are tightened.
5. If the engine must be running to perform a
maintenance adjustment, keep hands, feet,
clothing and other parts of the body away from
the cutter deck blades and other moving parts.
6. Do not overspeed the engine by changing gover-
nor settings. To be sure of safety and accuracy,
have an authorized dealer check maximum
engine speed with a tachometer.
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