6 Safety
Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if
damaged. (See Safety Decals section for location.)
Make sure shields and deflectors are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or other
hard objects that might be thrown, causing injury
or damage.
• 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.
A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight
must be on the tractor front wheels when attach-
ments are in transport position. Without this weight,
tractor could tip over, causing personal injury or
death. The weight may be attained with a loader,
front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor
weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not
estimate.
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.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not operate or transport equipment while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Operation
Do no allow bystanders in the area when operating,
attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.
Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.
Use both front and rear deflectors to reduce the
possibility of object being thrown.
These mowers are intended for agricultural appli-
cations only. Do not operator within 300 feet of
bystanders or public roads or highways.
Do not operate or transport equipment while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment
while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Always comply with all state and local lighting and
marking requirements.
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
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 sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,
and ensure all other controls are disengaged before
starting power unit engine.
Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
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 stop, start, or change directions suddenly
on slopes.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation.
(Safety Rules continued from previous page)
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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