Bush Hog PT5 manual Safety

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SAFETY

SAFETY

Safety Messages

A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions. The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death. Read and understand these Safety Messages before assembling, operating or servicing this Implement. This equipment should only be operated by those persons who have read the manual, who are responsible and trained, and who know how to do so responsibly.

The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, as seen below, is used throughout this manual and on decals which are attached to the equipment. The Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” The Symbol and Signal Word are intended to warn the owner/operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced when operating this equipment.

Practice all usual and customary safe working precautions and above all---remember safety is up to YOU. Only YOU can prevent serious injury or death from unsafe practices.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH OR VERY SERIOUS INJURY.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, MAY result in MINOR INJURY.

Identifies special instructions or procedures that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of the machine, attachments or the environment.

NOTE: Identifies points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient operation or repair.(SG-1)

READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards.

Si no lee ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas de seguridad.

PT5 09/10

Safety Section 1-2

© 2010 Alamo Group Inc.

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Contents PT5 To the Owner/Operator/Dealer Page Bush Hog Division is willing to provide Table of Contents Maintenance Section Safety Section Safety PT5 09/10 Safety Section Safety Safety Safety Safety SGM-06 Stop Mowing if Passersby are Within 300 Feet Unless Wait a minute...Save a life See Your Bush HOG Dealer Decal Location QTY Type Description Decal Description Safety Safety Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Introduction Section Introduction Introduction Before Operating this Machine Assembly Section Attachment to Tractor Ballast WeightTractor Selection Storage Coupling UP HydraulicsRemoval from the Tractor Page Operation Section Operation Operation Operator Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPEOperator Thrown Object Protection Tractor RequirementsRops and Seat Belt 3-Point Hitch Tractor HorsepowerTractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Hydraulics Front End WeightPower Take Off PTO Dismounting the Tractor Getting on and OFF the TractorBoarding the Tractor Starting the Tractor Operation Connecting the Implement to Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection and ServiceTractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Frame Assembly OPS-B- 0023G Operation Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Mower Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Implement Operating the Implement Machine ControlsArm Controls Unclogging Cutterbar, Checks or Adjustments Forward SpeedHighway Working BreakawayDriving the Tractor and Implement Starting the Tractor Brake and Differential Lock Setting Driving the Tractor and Boom Operating the Tractor and Implement Foreign Debris Hazards/Overhead Obstructions Operating Speed and Ground SpeedOperating the Attached Head TRACTOR, BOOM, and Attached Head Storage Shutting Down the ImplementDisconnecting the Implement Transporting the Tractor and ImplementTransporting on Public Roadways Operation Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Troubleshooting Guide Page Maintenance Section Lubrication FastenersAdjusting the Knife Guides CutterbarSharpening the Knife Ram Seal Replacement- General Information Filtration MaintenanceHydraulic Rams To Change Seals on Angle, Reach and 40 MM Dia Lift RamControl Valve Non Return ValveHose Replacement Hydraulic HosesReplacing Spool O Rings Main Relief ValveProper Torque Values for Fasteners Hose WarrantyHose Connections Storage Maintenance Limited Warranty To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER PT5 Powertrim Sickle BAR Boom Mower