12SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Never use the machine indoors or in spaceslacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumescontain carbon monoxide, and odorless, poi-sonous, and lethal gas.• Stop and inspect the equipment if you run overor into anything. If necessary, make repairsbefore starting.• Never make adjustments with the engine run-ning.• The machine is tested and approved only withthe equipment originally provided or recom-mended by the manufacturer.• The blades are sharp and can cause cuts andgashes. Wrap the blades or us protectivegloves when handling them.• Check the parking brake’s functionality regu-larly. Adjust and service as necessary.• The mulch deck shall only be used when higherquality mowing is desired in familiar areas.• Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass,leaves, and other debris that may have accu-mulated on the machine. Allow the machineto cool before putting it in storage.Transport:• The machine is heavy and can cause seriouscrushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it isloaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer.• Use an approved trailer to transport the ma-chine. Activate the parking brake, turn off thefuel supply, and fasten the machine with ap-proved fastening devices, such as bands,chains, or ropes, when transporting.• Check and abide by local traffic regulationsbefore transporting or driving the machine onany road.8011-515Never drive the machine in an enclosed space.8011-514Clean the machine regularly.The parking brake is not sufficient to lockthe machine in place during transport.Ensure that the machine is well fastenedto the transport vehicle. Reverse the ma-chine onto the transport vehicle to avoidtipping it over.IMPORTANT INFORMATION• If a hydraulic leak is suspected, use a piece ofcardboard or wood, NOT your hands to checkfor leaks.• Escaping hydraulic oil under pressure can havesufficient force to penetrate the skin, causingserious injury. If injured by escaping fluid, seea doctor at once. Serious infection or reactioncan develop if proper medical treatment is notadministered immdediately.