Safety

Safety and Instructional Decals

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Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing.

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Installation

Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

  1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, move the motion-control levers outward to the NEUTRAL position, and engage the parking brake.

  2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  3. Secure the jack mount to the left front axle-tube using 2 U-bolts and 4 flange nuts (Figure 1).

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  4. Torque the fasteners to 22.5 N∙m (200 in-lb).

Operation

Using the Jack Mount

Warning

The machine could fall onto someone and cause serious injury or death.

  • Do not keep the machine raised on the jack for extended periods of time.

  • Always use a jack on a level surface.

  • Ensure that the jack is secured properly to the jack mount using a jack pin.

  • Do not rely solely on the jack for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support.

  • Do not mount or dismount the mower while the jack is raised.

  • Before each use, ensure that the jack and jack mount work properly and that there are no signs of damage.

Note: Use only a manufacturer-approved jack rated at 907 kg (2,000 lb) or higher lift capacity with the jack mount.

  1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, move the motion-control levers outward to the NEUTRAL position, and engage the parking brake.

  2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  3. Attach the jack to the jack mount with a jack pin (Figure 2).

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  4. Use the jack to raise the machine to the desired height.

    Warning

    Raising the machine could cause a fuel leak. Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive.

    • Check for any fuel leaks before performing maintenance.

    • If you see a fuel leak, immediately lower the machine, drain the fuel, and wipe up the spill.

  5. Support the machine with jack stands; refer to the machine Operator’s Manual for jack stand placement.

  6. When finished, use the jack to lower the machine, then remove the jack.

    Note: Do not operate the machine with the jack attached.