John Deere GM1060 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
6 Safety
GM1060/1072 SD SR (Rev. 9/6/2005)
(Safety Rules continued from previous page)
Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-
denly on slopes.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
TRANSPORTATION
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable
ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.
Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
Do not operate PTO during transport.
Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
MAINTENANCE
Before performing any service or maintenance,
lower equipment to ground or block securely, turn
off engine, remove key, and disconnect driveline
from tractor PTO.
Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo-
nents in any way.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
Make certain all movement of equipment com-
ponents has stopped before approaching for ser-
vice.
Frequently check blades. They should be sharp,
free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.
Use a new Nylok blade bolt and cup washers
when you replace the blade. Do not substitute any
bolt for the special blade bolt. It is self-locking,
meeting the non-loosening requirements for this
application.
Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless
or improper handling may result in serious injury.
Your dealer can supply genuine replacement
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque
chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are
installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe
condition before putting unit into service.
Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
STORAGE
Block equipment securely for storage.
Keep children and bystanders away from stor-
age area.
Follow manual instructions for storage.
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!