Scag Power Equipment STT-31BSG - Manual (Page 8)

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Section 2
2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS
(CONT'D)
3. To prevent tipping or loss of control, start and stop
smoothly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel at
reduced speed.
4. When using any attachment, never direct the
discharge of material toward bystanders or allow
anyone near the machine while in operation.
5. Before attempting to start the engine, with the
operator in the seat, disengage power to the cutter
deck, place the steering control levers in the neutral
position and engage the parking brake.
6. If the mower discharge ever plugs, shut off the
engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all
movement to stop before removing the obstruction.
Do not use your hand to dislodge the clogged
discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to
remove clogged material.
7. Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden
hazards in the terrain. Keep away from any dropoff.
Beware of overhead obstructions (low limbs, etc.),
underground obstacles (sprinklers, pipes, tree roots,
etc.). Cautiously enter a new area. Be alert for
hidden hazards.
8. Disengage power to the cutter deck before backing
up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary and then only after observation of the
entire area behind the mower.
9. DO NOT turn sharply. Use care when backing up.
10. Disengage power to the cutter deck before crossing
roads, walks or gravel drives.
11. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
12. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
machine unattended, such as disengaging the mower,
lowering the attachments, setting the parking brake,
stopping the engine, and removing the key.
13. Disengage power to the attachments when
transporting or when not in use.
14. The machine and attachments should be stopped and
inspected for damage after striking a foreign object,
and damage should be repaired before restarting and
operating the machine.
15. DO NOT touch the engine or the muffler while the
engine is running or immediately after stopping.
These areas may be hot enough to cause a burn.
16. DO NOT run the engine inside a building or a
confined area without proper ventilation. Exhaust
fumes are hazardous and could cause death.
2.5 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS
1. Never make adjustments to the machine with the
engine running unless specifically instructed to do so.
If the engine is running, keep hands, feet, and
clothing away from moving parts.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
accidental starting of the engine when servicing or
adjusting the machine.
3. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight, to ensure the
machine is in safe working condition.
4. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. See the engine operator's
manual for information on engine settings.
5. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass,
leaves, excessive grease, oil and dirt.
6. Hydraulic fluid is under high pressure. Keep
body and hands away from pinholes or nozzles that
eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure. If you
need service on your hydraulic system, please see
your authorized Scag dealer. Hydraulic fluid under
high pressure may have sufficient force to penetrate
skin and cause serious injury. If hydraulic fluid is
injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed
within a few hours by a doctor or gangrene may
result.