Walker PA6685 - Manual (Page 8)

Safety Instructions
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8. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause
impairment or loss of hearing. Operator hear-
ing protection is recommended. Wear a suit-
able hearing protective device, such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
9. Keep all protective shields and safety devic-
es in place. If a protective shield, safety device,
or decal is damaged, unusable, or missing, re-
pair or replace it before operating the machine.
10. Be sure any interlock switches are function-
ing correctly so the engine cannot be started
unless the Forward Speed Control lever is in the
NEUTRAL position and the PTO clutch is in the
DISENGAGED position. Also, the engine
should stop if the operator lifts off the seat with
either the Forward Speed Control (FSC) out of
the NEUTRAL-PARK position or the PTO clutch
in the ENGAGED position.
NOTE: There is a 1 to 1-1/2 second time delay
function on the seat switch to avoid engine
power interruption when driving over bumps.
11. Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine is running, except where
specifically instructed to do so.
12. Handle gasoline or diesel fuel with care.
Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors are
explosive:
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never add fuel to a running engine or hot
engine (allow hot engine to cool several
minutes).
c. Keep matches, cigarettes, cigars, pipes,
open flames, or sparks away from the fuel
tank and fuel container.
d. Always fill the fuel tank outdoors using care.
Fill to about one inch from the top of the tank.
Use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling.
e. Replace the machine fuel cap and container
cap securely and clean up any spilled fuel
before starting the engine.
OPERATING
NOTE: Refer to the Walker Rider Lawnmowers
OWNER’S MANUAL for safety instructions for op-
erating the tractor.
1. Operate the machine only in daylight or in good
artificial light with good visibility of areas being
aerated.
2. Sit on the seat when starting the engine and op-
erating the machine. Keep feet on footrests at
all times when the tractor is moving and/or the
implement is operating.
3. An inexperienced operator should learn to
steer (maneuver) the tractor with a slow en-
gine speed before attempting any operating.
Be aware that, with the front mounted implement
configuration, the back of the machine swings to
the outside during turns.
4. Remember, for an emergency stop, the forward
motion of the tractor can always be stopped by
pulling the Forward Speed Control (FSC) into
the NEUTRAL-PARK position.
5. Disengage the PTO clutch and put the FSC in
the NEUTRAL-PARK position before starting
the engine (an ignition interlock switch normally
prevents starting of the tractor if these controls
are in the OPERATING position).
6. Do not run the engine in a confined area
without adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes
are hazardous and can be deadly.
7. Do not carry passengers - maximum seating
capacity is one (1) person.
8. Make sure the tines are clear of debris before
engaging the PTO clutch.
9. Be careful never to allow anyone in front of the
implement.
10. Clear area of loose objects and all children.
Flag sprinkler heads and other hidden obsta-
cles. Walk the entire area before aerating for
possible holes.
11. Avoid sudden starts or stops. Before backing
the machine up, disengage the PTO, retract
tines and look to the rear to be sure no one is
behind the machine. Watch carefully for traffic
when crossing or working near roadways.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.