Notation for Areas of ConcernInspection performed by:Item Date InformationService Interval ChartFigure 32PremaintenanceProceduresPre-Maintenance Safety• Keep all parts of the machine in good working conditionand all hardware tightened, especially blade-attachmenthardware. Replace all worn or damaged decals.• Never allow untrained personnel to service the machine.• Before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the machine, dothe following:1. Move the machine to level ground.2. Disengage the drives.3. Lower the cutting units.4. Move the traction pedal to the NEUTRAL position.5. Engage the parking brake.6. Move the throttle switch to the LOW-IDLE position.7. Shut off the engine and remove the key.8. Wait for all moving parts to stop.• Whenever you park or store the machine, or leave itunattended, lower the cutting units unless you use apositive mechanical lock.• If possible, do not perform maintenance on the machinewhile the engine is running. If you must run the engine toperform maintenance on the machine, keep your hands,feet, other body parts, and clothing away from all movingparts, the mower-discharge area, and the underside ofthe mowers.• Do not touch parts of the machine or an attachmentthat may be hot from operation. Allow the parts to coolbefore attempting to maintain, adjust, or service them.36