SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
disengage power to equipment, lower the
Before performing any service or maintenance, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.
Before working underneath, disconnect drive- line, raise cutter, lock in transport position, and block cutter securely. Hydraulic system leak down and failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to drop.
Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo- nents in any way.
Your dealer can supply original equipment hydraulic accessories and repair parts. Substitute parts may not meet original equipment specifica- tions and may be dangerous.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy,
Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper- ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic- ing equipment.
Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and secured. Never place any part of the body under- neath equipment or between moveable parts even when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or movement of control levers can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpect- edly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Oper- ator's Manual instructions for working underneath and blocking requirements or have work done by a qualified dealer.
Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.
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.
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.
Do not disconnect hydraulic lines until machine is securely blocked or placed in lowest position and system pressure is released by operating valve levers.
Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to drop.
STORAGE
Disconnect cutter driveshaft and secure up off ground. Raise cutter with
Keep children and bystanders away from stor- age area.
Single Spindle HD (Rev. 9/15/2006)