Wright Serial # 55138 and higher - Manual (Page 11)

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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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Before performing any maintenance or repair service, disengage power to blades, apply the parking
brake, stop the engine, remove ignition key and spark plug wire from spark plug(s).
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All operators of this mower should exercise caution when driving this mower at high speeds. Sudden
stops from excessive speeds may cause serious injury.
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DO NOT allow inexperienced people to operate the mower until they have read and understood these
safety instructions. Operate the mower at slower speeds while becoming familiar with it.
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The grass discharge chute deflector must be installed at all times and in the down position except that it
may be raised when the grass catcher is completely installed or a mulch kit is completely installed.
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If the mower discharge clogs, turn off the blade clutch switch, apply the parking brake, stop the engine and
remove the key before removing obstruction.
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Keep all shields and covers in place, especially grass discharge chute deflector and the blade belt covers.
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Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts, especially the rear wheels, blades, engine
flywheel, belts and pulleys.
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Do not touch engine or muffler while engine is running or soon after it is stopped. These areas can be so
hot as to cause severe burns.
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Clean grass, leaves and lubricant spills from surfaces after use to prevent fire hazard.
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Be alert for traffic when crossing roads or operating near roadways.
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Before climbing curbs, crossing gravel drives, sidewalks or roads, turn off the blades and wait for them to
stop, then place the deck into transport position.
1.11 Safety for Maintenance
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Repairs carried out by untrained or unauthorized personnel may result in personal injury or serious
malfunction of the Stander ZK.
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If Guarding is removed for inspection and component replacement, ensure the parking brake is applied
and key is removed prior to inspecting or making repairs and that the guarding is replaced before
operation.
1.12 Operation in Forward Direction
Always keep a firm grip on the mower stationary handlebar with both hands. Operate the mower slowly until
you become familiar with how the mower operates. Do not operate the mower faster than conditions allow.
For example, hills, wet or bumpy ground, dim light or high grass are all conditions requiring slower speeds.
Never operate the mower at the highest speed unless you are on level, wide, open areas of clearly visible
ground or transporting on paved areas. Speeding with any mower is dangerous, and so is traveling faster
than conditions should permit on this mower. Sudden stops from excessive speed or falling off the mower
may cause serious injury or death.
1.13 Operation in Reverse
Always keep a firm grip on the mower stationary handlebar with both hands. Keep both feet firmly on the
foot platform. Look behind you before backing to prevent injuring yourself or anyone behind you. Operate
the mower very slowly, inching it backward until you become familiar with how the mower operates. Always
operate slowly if in an awkward location or position. While backing up, never place your foot or feet on the
ground near the back edge of the mower to prevent serious personal injury if the mower were to run over
you.
1.14 Zero-Radius Turn Operation
During zero-radius turns (when one mower wheel rotates backwards while the other rotates forward) drive
extra slowly to reduce the possibility of losing traction, or control, or becoming dizzy. This will help prevent