Wright Serial 54956 and higher - Manual (Page 10)

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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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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 cleaning out the deck or a grass catcher is installed or a mulch kit and block-off plate is
properly installed.
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If the mower discharges grass clogs, turn off the blade clutch switch, apply the parking brake, stop the
engine and remove the key before removing obstruction(s).
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Keep all shields and covers in place, namely, all blade and belt covers, engine shields, and grass discharge
chute deflector.
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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, muffler or hydraulic system 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.
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.
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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 you
from being thrown off the mower. Be aware that if you do a turn on a slope you may go through all of the
orientations to a slope mentioned below and must handle the mower accordingly.
1.15 Operation on Slopes
DO NOT operate on steep slopes 20 degrees or greater for long periods or engine damage may occur. Do not
operate the mower on slopes steeper than you can feel secure about the traction of the tires and the stability
of the mower. Do not operate the mower on slopes at all when the grass is wet. There is a danger of