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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This symbol is used to call attention to safety
precautions that should be followed by
the operator to avoid accidents. When you
see this symbol, carefully read the message
that follows and heed its advice. Failure to
comply with safety precautions could result
in death or serious bodily injury.
In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident preven-
tion are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. Lack of attention to safety
can result in accident, personal injury, reduction of efficiency and worst of all – loss of life.
Watch for safety hazards and correct deficiencies promptly. Use the following safety precau-
tions as a general guide to safe operations when using this machine. Additional safety precau-
tions are used throughout this manual for specific operation and maintenance procedures.
Read this manual and review the safety precautions often until you know the limitations.
1. Read the Operator’s Manual. Failure to read the Operator’s Manual is considered a misuse
of this equipment.
2. Become familiar with the entire machine’s controls and all the caution, warning and danger
decals affixed to the machine before attempting to start or operate.
3. Before starting or operating the machine, make a walking inspection and check for obvious
defects such as loose mounting bolts and damaged components. Correct any deficiency be
fore starting.
4. Do not allow children to operate the cutter. Do not allow adults to operate it without proper
instruction.
5. Do not carry passengers.
6. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. The
operator should cease mowing whenever anyone comes within the operating area.
7. Clear the work area of objects, which might be picked up and thrown.
8. Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands to search for hydraulic leaks. Escaping
hydraulic oil under pressure can penetrate skin. If fluid is injected into the skin, it must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene
may result.
9. Do not operate without all guards and shields in place and in good condition.
10. Lower implement to ground, stop tractor engine, apply parking brake and allow blades to
completely stop before leaving the tractor.
11. Keep hands and feet away from blades.
12. This cutter is not to be operated along highways or in any area where people may be present
unless all sides of the unit are enclosed by permanent bans, safety chains or other factory
approved safety shields that are in good repair.
13. Wear personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, protection for eyes, ears, feet,
hands and head when operating or repairing the equipment. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry that may catch on equipment moving parts.
14. When performing adjustments or maintenance on the cutter, first lower it to the ground or block
it securely at a workable height.
15. Never stand between tractor and cutter while tractor is being backed to the cutter hitch.
16. Reduce speed when transporting cutter to avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering.
17. Use tractor flashing warning lights, day or night, when transporting cutter on road or high ways
unless prohibited by law.
18. It is recommended that tractor be equipped with Rollover Protective System (ROPS) and seat
belt be used in all mowing operations.
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