Wright Serial # 63495 and higher - Manual (Page 10)

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1.10 Prevent Fires
Machine fires and structural fires can occur if a machine is stored before allowing it to cool, if debris is not
removed from critical areas of the machine, or if the machine is stored near combustible materials.
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Remove grass and debris completely from engine compartment and muffler area, and from on top of the
mower deck, before and after operating machine, especially after mowing or mulching in dry conditions.
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Always shut off fuel when storing or transporting.
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Do not store Stander near an open flame or source of ignition, such as a water heater or furnace.
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Check fuel lines, tank, cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace immediately if necessary.
1.11 Work Area Conditions and Inspection
Prior to operating the unit, carefully inspect all lawn/ground areas where you plan to use the mower for
hidden, hard-to-see objects or uneven ground that may be hidden in the grass. Clear the work area of
moveable objects such as wires, rocks, glass, toys, etc. that might be picked up by the mower and
dangerously thrown. Remove, if possible, or mark the location of all immovable objects or irregular areas
and be sure not to hit them with any part of the mower, its deck or the blades. Obstacles such as holes,
abrupt changes in ground contour, tree trunks, stumps or roots, pipes protruding from the ground, paving
edges, etc. in the path of operation can abruptly turn or stop the mower. This could possibly throw you into
the control levers or even off the mower, causing serious injury or death. The faster you are moving the
more potential there is for injury. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. Keep away from drop-offs,
the edges of ponds, streams, pools, etc. especially at the bottom of slopes. DO NOT mow when children or
others are nearby. When the Wright mower is in use, never direct the grass discharge toward bystanders,
traffic, cars or buildings nor allow anyone within 50 feet of the machine while in operation. Thrown objects
can pass through glass windows and some walls of buildings. There is extreme risk of danger from thrown
objects or being cut by the blades of the mower. Never operate the mower in an enclosed area without
good, approved ventilation. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.
1.12 Initial Operating Safety Guidelines
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Read and understand the warnings on the general warning decal on the mower.
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Regularly check and test the safety devices for correct function.
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Recommended PPE is safety shoes, safety glasses and ear protection.
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Keep both feet on the foot platform at all times.
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Know the controls and how to stop quickly.
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Before attempting to start the engine, follow all starting instructions below and in the engine operator’s
manual.
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Look behind before backing up.
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Before leaving the operator’s platform, even momentarily, turn off the blade clutch engagement switch and
apply the parking brake. Keep others from coming near the mower. Get back on the mower as soon as
possible.
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When leaving the Wright mower unattended, turn off the blade clutch engagement switch, apply the
parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key. Never leave the machine unattended on a slope in
case someone disengages the parking brake. This could create a rollover hazard.
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When transporting, driving onto transport vehicles, into buildings, across parking lots or otherwise not
mowing grass, raise deck and lock in the transport position and turn off the blade clutch engagement
switch to reduce risk of thrown objects and rotating blade hazard. After coming to a stop apply the parking
brake, stop the engine and remove the key.
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Before performing any maintenance or repair service, disengage power to blades, apply the parking brake,
stop the engine, remove ignition key and spark plug wire from spark plug(s).
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All operators of this mower should exercise caution when driving this mower at high speeds. Sudden
acceleration or deceleration may cause serious injury.