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Changing the Seat Position
You can move the seat forward and backward. Position the
seat where you have the best control of the machine and are
most comfortable.
Figure 17
Changing the Seat Suspension
You can adjust the seat for a smooth and comfortable ride.
Position the seat where you are most comfortable.
Without sitting on the seat, turn the knob in front either
direction
(Figure
16).
Figure 18
1. Seat-suspension knob
Changing the Back Position
You can adjust the back of the seat for a comfortable ride.
Position the back of the seat where you are most comfortable.
To adjust it, turn the knob, under the right arm rest, in either
direction
(Figure
16).
Changing the Lumbar Support
You can adjust the lumbar support for your lower back.
To adjust it, turn the knob, under the left arm rest, in either
direction
(Figure
16).
2. Operator-weight setting
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents that may cause injuries to himself/herself and
others and for damage to property.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Wearing safety shoes and long pants is
advisable and required by some local ordinances and
insurance regulations. Tie back long hair, secure loose
clothing, and do not wear jewelry.
•
Ensure that all drives are in the N
parking brake is engaged, and you are in the operating
position before you start the engine.
•
Keep all body parts, including hands and feet, away from
all moving parts.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Keep the direction of the mower discharge away from
people and pets.
•
Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary. If
you must mow in reverse, look behind and down for small
children before and while moving the machine in reverse.
Stay alert and stop the machine if a child enters the area.
•
Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view.
•
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or if the edge caves in.
•
Never carry passengers on the machine.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the
machine when there is the risk of lighting.
•
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
the machine to slide.
•
Never raise the mower deck with the blades running.
•
Stop the machine and inspect the blades after striking an
object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the machine.
Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
•
Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing, especially
while crossing loose terrain such as gravel.
•
Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks with the machine. Always
yield the right-of-way.
•
Turn on the flashing warning lights on the machine
whenever you travel on a public road, except where such
use is prohibited by law.
•
Disengage the drive to the attachment and shut off the
engine before adding fuel and adjusting the height of cut.
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