Ariens 009-1648 - Manual (Page 9)

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O perational S afety
Rules of Operation
Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an Emergency
• Braking and steering characteristics
• Turning radius and clearance
Child Safety
NEVER allow children to operate, play
on or near unit.
Be alert and shut-off unit if children
enter area.
Pre-Start
Before starting engine: disengage
PTO, place unit in neutrai, lower
attachment, and set parking brake (if
applicable).
Speed Ranges
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate.
DO NOT change engine governor
settings or over speed engine. Slow
down and turn corners slowly.
PTO Control
Disengage PTO when attachment is
not in use. ALWAYS turn off power to
attachment when transporting,
crossing drives, etc.
No Riders
NEVER carry passengers.
Reverse
DO NOT operate in reverse uniess
absolutely necessary. ALWAYS
backup slowly. ALWAYS look down
and behind, before and while backing.
Avoid Tip over
Avoid uneven and rough terrain.
DO NOT operate near drop offs,
ditches, or embankments. Unit can
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an
edge caves in.
DO NOT try to stabilize unit by putting
foot on ground.
Hazardous Slopes
DO NOT operate on steep slopes.
Operate up and down slopes, not
across slopes.
DO NOT operate on side hill slope of
more than 10°.
DO NOT operate on a downhill slope
of more than 15°.
AVOID starting and stopping on a
slope.
Keep all movement on slopes slow
and gradual. Use a slow speed to
avoid stops or shifts on slopes.
DO NOT make sudden changes in
speed or direction.
Traction
DO NOT turn on slopes unless
necessary, and then, turn slowly and
gradually down the slope.
If tires lose traction, turn off PTO, and
proceed slowly straight down slope.
If you cannot back up the slope or feel
uneasy, DO NOT mow it.
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