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OPERATION
Operation Section 4-28
OPERATION
© 2006 Alamo Group Inc.
FLX15/10 04/06
10. OPERATING THE TRACTOR,FLEX ARM, AND MOWER
THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND HOW TO OPERATE THE TRACTOR, FLEX ARM, AND
MOWER AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MOW. The operator must read and understand the
Safety and Operation Sections of the flex arm, mower and tractor operator’s manuals. These manuals must be
read and explained to any operator who cannot read. Never allow someone to operate the mower and tractor
without complete operating instructions.
10.1 Foreign Debris Hazards
Before mowing, inspect the area to make sure there
are no foreign objects that the mower blades could
hit or become entangled with. Remove all foreign
objects and debris. If objects are too big to remove,
mark them clearly and be sure to prevent the mower
blades from contacting them.
Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the
operating parts of the Mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at
greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result
in serious injury or even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing.
Remove any like object from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to contact such items.
(SGM-6)
DANGER!
Extreme care should be taken when operating near loose
objects such as gravel, rocks, wire, and other debris. Inspect
the area before mowing. Foreign objects should be removed
from the site to prevent machine damage and/or bodily injury
or even death. Any objects that cannot be removed must be
clearly marked and carefully avoided by the operator. Stop
mowing immediately if blades strike a foreign object. Repair
all damage and make certain the blade carrier is balanced before
resuming mowing. (SGM-5)
DANGER!
Before starting any mowing operation, the operator must become familiar with the area to be mowed and any
obstacles and hazards contained within to ensure safety to the operator, bystanders, and equipment. Special
attention should be paid to foreign debris, rough terrain, steep slopes, and passersby and animals in the area.