Countax Garden Tractor - Manual (Page 4)

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C Series Garden Tractor - Safety Instructions Cont.
11. Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug lead or remove the ignition
key before:
• Cleaning blockages.
• Checking, cleaning or working on the mower.
• Refuelling.
• Removing the Grass Collector.
• After striking a foreign object (inspect the mower
for damage and make any repairs before
restarting the tractor).
• If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, check
immediately and call your dealer if necessary.
12. Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or
not in use.
13. Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out.
14. Never work on the mower when the engine is running.
MAINTENANCE
1. Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
2. Never store the equipment with petrol in tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
3. Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosed
space.
4. To reduce the risk of fire, keep the engine, silencer and
battery compartment free of grass, leaves, petrol or
excessive grease.
5. Check the Grass Collector frequently for wear or
deterioration.
6. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
7. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
8. Be careful during adjustments of the machine to prevent
entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and
fixed parts of the machine.
SUPPLEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USE OF THE
COUNTAX C SERIES GARDEN TRACTOR
1. Use good common sense at all times, and to ensure this
tractor is safe and serviceable, fit only original
manufacturer’s supplied spares.
2. When inspecting the area to be cut, note also the
position of any stumps, manhole covers, bumps and
depressions and avoid them to prevent damaging the
blades.
3. We recommend the use of STANDARD UNLEADED
fuel and that you ensure the fuel tank is full before you
start the machine.
4. Always disconnect both battery terminals before
attempting any work in the engine compartment.
5. Do not leave the tractor unattended and running.
6. Do not put hands near moving belts of the Power Take-
Off pulley while it is rotating.
LAYING UP YOUR TRACTOR FOR THE WINTER
Your tractor should be serviced by your dealer – book early
to beat the last minute rush.
1. Ensure that the last fill of your petrol tank includes
Countax fuel additive which is available from your
supplying dealer.
2. Having run the engine with the additive enhanced fuel
either in use or for at least 15 minutes, disconnect the
battery, making sure the terminal leads are removed and
then DRAIN THE FUEL TANK.
3. Re-connect the battery and START AND RUN THE
ENGINE UNTIL IT STOPS.
4. Wash your tractor, taking particular care to clean all
cuttings from the underside of the Cutter Deck and keep
water away from electrical components. Countax do not
recommend the use of high pressure or steam cleaners.
5. REMOVE THE BATTERY and/or charge periodically
throughout the winter.
6. Keep your tractor in a dry place.
Sweeper Height Adjustment
Powered Grass Collector Dashboard Controls
Foot Controls Cutter Deck
Lift Lever
Control Levers
Tipping Lever