Exmark Lazer Z XP - Manual (Page 10)

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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks, or
water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious
injury, death or drowning.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use
seat belt.
♦ Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessary.
♦ Do not wear seat belt when the roll bar is down.
♦ Drive slowly and carefully.
♦ Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
• Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly if the machine is driven or
rolls into ponds of water.
• Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches, doorways, and
electrical wires) before driving under any objects and do not contact them.
1.4.6 Use EXTREME caution when backing up. LOOK BEHIND YOU!
1.4.7 Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting
the mower to and from the area to be mowed.
1.4.8 Never operate the mower with damaged guards, shields, or covers. Always have
safety shields, guards, switches, and other devices in place and in proper
working condition.
1.4.9 DO NOT change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating
an engine at excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal injury.
1.4.10 Disengage PTO before starting engine.
1.4.11 Start the engine carefully with feet well away from the blades.
1.4.12 Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts while the mower is being
operated.
1.4.13 Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key:
• Before checking, cleaning, or working on the mower.
• After striking a foreign object (inspect the mower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the mower).
• Before clearing blockages.
• Whenever you leave the mower.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop:
• Before refueling.
• Before dumping the grass catcher.
1.4.14 Before stopping the engine, move the throttle control to the “SLOW” position.
Keep on running at idle for a short time, (approximately one minute) then stop the
engine.
1.4.15 The fuel system is provided with a shut-off valve. Shut off the fuel:
• When the machine will not be used for a few days.
• During transport to and from the job.
• When parked inside a building.
1.4.16 This mower was designed for one operator only. Keep all others away from
mower during operation.