dB - Operator's Manual - John Deere

16 EN
5. HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
! DANGER! REMEMBER THAT THE USER IS ALWAYS RESPONSIBLE
FOR DAMAGE AND INJURIES TO OTHERS. Before using the machine, read the
safety requirements shown in chapter 2, paying particular attention to driving
and cutting on slopes. It is the user's responsibility to assess the potential risk
of the area where work is to be carried out, as well as to take all the necessary
steps to ensure safe working, particularly on slopes or rough, slippery and
unstable ground. This machine must not be used on slopes greater than 10°
(17%).
! WARNING! If the machine is likely to be used mostly on sloping ground
(max. 10°), fit counterweights (supplied on request) to the front part of the
frame to improve stability at the front and reduce the chance of tipping up.
IMPORTANT
chapter 4.
5.1 DIRECTIONS BEFORE STARTING
5.1.1 Seat adjustment
All references regarding the positions of controls are shown in
The seat is held by four screws (1) which
have to be loosened for changing the position
of the seat which is done by sliding it
along the slots in the base.
When you have got in a comfortable position,
fully tighten the four screws.
5.1.2 Refuelling
NOTE The oil and fuel to use
are indicated in the engine booklet.
To reach the oil level dipstick, lift up the seat
and open the hatchway beneath.
With engine stopped, check its oil level
which must be between the MIN and MAX
marks on the dipstick.
1
MAX
MIN
1