Wright Serial #55142 and higher - Manual (Page 7)

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Do's Don'ts
Read the operators manual before attempting to operate this machine Don't disable safety switches
Use all PPE's, eye protection, ear protection and safety shoes Don't operate when lightening is seen
Ensure all safety switches are operational Don't lift with a forklift
Keep all shields and covers in place Don’t change RPM's outside of operating limits
Clean flammable material from machine Don’t remove the ROP's
Inspect fuel system and fuel lines for cracks, leaks and dryrott Don’t tow or push
Inspect area to be mowed for hazards Don’t operate on slopes when wet
Only operate in daylight Don’t leave a running machine unattended
Mow safe distances away from drop-offs and other hazards Don’t change the engines governor setting or overspeed the engine
Maintain a safe distance from people and pets Don’t operate the machine wearing sandals, sneakers or any loose fitting clothes
Follow daily and weekly maintenance checklists Don’t back up without being aware of what is behind the machine
Remain seated while operating Don’t suddenly push in forward direction while machine is in a rearward motion
Observe traffic laws while driving machine from one location to another Don’t operate a poorly maintain machine
Thoroughly inspect the machine after striking a foreign object Don’t allow persons to operate this machine without reading the operator manuals
Turn off blades when not mowing Don’t put hands or feet under any part of the machine while it is running
Slow down before turning Don’t ever carry passengers
Stop engine before removing Grass Gobbler or cleaning under deck Don’t discharge material towards anyone
Use caution when loading or unloading the machine onto a truck or trailer Don’t operate the machine if you are sick, fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
1.2 General Safety Rules
The Wright Mid-Mount Z is designed with your safety in mind. It has the following safety systems with which
you should become familiar:
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The warning decals on the mower including the parking brake and general warning decal
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DO NOT disable any of the safety features
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The blade switch must be “off” before starting the engine
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You must be seated with the Park brake on and control levers in neutral to start engine. Neutral refers to
the outward lever position.
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You must be seated to engage the blades
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If you lift off the seat while the blades are running the engine will stop and the blades will brake in
seconds
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Spring loaded chute deflector helps reduce trajectory of thrown objects
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Belt/pulley covers on cutter deck
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Low center-of-gravity (CG) to improve stability on hills
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Rollover Protection System (ROPS) must be pinned securely in upright position and used with seat belt
per ROPS installation/operation manual (#98210012).
1.2.1 Do’s and Don’ts
1.2.2 Warnings!
These warnings are provided to improve safety and should be carefully read before using or maintaining the
machine.
WARNING
This symbol with the word “WARNING”
indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
This symbol with the word “CAUTION”
indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.