Cub Cadet RZT SX 50 Operation Manual - Page 4
Maintenance & Storage, Do not modify engine, Notice Regarding Emissions, Safety Symbols, Spark
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Maintenance & Storage 1. Keep the engine in safe working order 2. Allow the engine to cool at least five minutes before storing. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. 3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the engine in safe working condition. Visually inspect the engine for any damage. 4. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting; stop the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. 5. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. 6. Maintain and replace safety and instruction labels as necessary. 7. Always refer to the operator's manual for important details if the machine is to be stored for an extended period of time. 8. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors. 9. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment. Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor. Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. Spark Arrestor WARNING! This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. WARNING- CARBON MONOXIDE Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. WARNING- ELECTRICAL SHOCK Do not use the engine's electric starter in the rain. WARNING- HOT SURFACE Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching. WARNING! - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Your Responsibility - Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. 4 Section 2 - Important Safe Operation Practices