Bush Hog RMB 1445 manual Safety

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SAFETY

SAFETY

General Safety Instructions and Practices

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.

RMB 1445 11/10

Safety Section 1-2

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Contents RMB Warranty Information To the Owner/Operator/DealerPage Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provide Table of Contents Maintenance Section Hydraulic Hoses Page Safety Section Safety Operator Safety Instructions and Practices SG-36 Wait a minute...Save a life Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices Safety Stop Mowing if Passersby are Within 300 Feet Unless Safety SGM-06 SGM-08 Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices Safety Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices Parts InformationSafety Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices Decal Location Logo NFS Serial PlateName BookletInstruct NFS SER PLTMULTI-DECAL Decal Description Safety Safety Safety Safety Safety Safety Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Page Introduction Section Introduction Introduction Before Operating this Machine Assembly Section Tractor Selection Installing the Operator Guard Cab Tractor Tractor PreparationBallast Factors that affect stabilityDealer Setup Instructions Stabilizer AttachmentTOP Link Attachment Driveline Attachment Remove Transport Strap Hose RoutingTank Final Assembly ChecksOIL Requirements ISO VG SAEFitting Control Unit in CAB GearboxRemoval from Tractor Running UP ProcedureRMB 1445/1660/1865 With Flail Head only Page Operation Section Operation Operation Operator Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPERops and Seat Belt Tractor RequirementsOperator Thrown Object Protection Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Tractor BallastFront End Weight Tractor Safety DevicesTractor Horsepower 3-Point HitchPower Take Off PTO Getting on and OFF the TractorBoarding the Tractor Dismounting the TractorStarting the Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection and Service Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Boom ARM Assembly Frame AssemblyHydraulic Line Inspection Hydraulic PUMP/OIL Reservoir Flail Head Inspection Sickle BAR Inspection Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Implement Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Mower Machine Controls Rotor Controls Reversing Rotation With FlailheadEngaging Drive Angle FloatRotor Operating Speed Operating Speed Forward SpeedTractor Position Parallel Motion GeometryBreakaway Action High Voltage CablesCutting Sequence Grass Cutting Driving the Tractor and Implement Starting the Tractor Brake and Differential Lock Setting Operating the Tractor and Implement Driving the Tractor and BoomOperating Instructions RMB 1445 11/10 Operation Section Bystanders/Passersby Precautions Foreign Debris HazardsEngaging the Power Take Off PTO Operating Speed and Ground Speed Operating the MowerSGM-08 Grass Flail Operating the Attached Mower HeadsSickle Bar TRACTOR, BOOM, and Attached Head Storage Shutting Down the Attached HeadTransporting the Tractor and Implement Transporting on Public Roadways Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Operation Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Possible Cause Possible RemedyOperation Operation Maintenance Section Maintenance LubricationPTO Shaft PTO LubricationCutting PTO Shaft Maintenance Hydraulic System Filtration MaintenanceHose Replacement Hydraulic HosesHose Warranty PTO GearboxFlailhead CablesProper Torque Values for Fasteners Hose ConnectionsMain Control Valve Maintenance Page Limited Warranty Required of the Owner Required of the OperatorRMB 1445 Rear Mount Boom Mower