Yazoo/Kees ZPKW5426 Operator's Manual

saFeTy148011-515Never drive the machine in an enclosed spaceGeneral MaintenanceNever operate machine in a closed area.•Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the•equipment is in safe working condition.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their•proper operation regularly.Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other•debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage andremove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine tocool before storing.If the machine strikes a foreign object, stop and•inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, beforerestarting.Never make any adjustments or repairs with the•engine running.Check grass catcher components and the•discharge guard frequently and replace withmanufacturer’s recommended parts, whennecessary.Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear•gloves, and use extra caution when servicingthem.Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and•service as required.Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels,•as necessary.Do not modify safety equipment. Check regularly•to be sure it works properly. The machine must notbe driven with defective or unmounted protectiveplates, protective cowlings, safety switches, orother protective devices.Do not change the settings of governors and•avoid running the engine with overly high enginespeeds. If the engine runs too fast, there is risk fordamaging the machine components.Be very careful when handling battery acid. Acid•on skin can cause serious corrosive burns. Ifbattery acid is spilled on skin, rinse immediatelywith water.Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a•doctor immediately.Be careful when servicing the battery. Explosive•gases form in the battery. Never performmaintenance on the battery when smoking or nearopen flames or sparks.The battery can explode and cause serious injury•or damage.Ensure that the equipment is in good condition•and that all nuts and bolts, especially thosefastening the blade attachments, are properlytightened and torquedWARNING!The battery contains lead and leadcompounds, chemicals that areconsidered to cause cancer, birthdefects, and other reproductivesystem damage. Wash your handsafter handling the battery.WARNING!Use protective glasses formaintenance work.