Alamo SL72 manual Bystander/Passersby Precautions, Engaging the Mower

(SGM-9)

(SRM-1)

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9.2 Bystander/Passersby Precautions

If a bystander comes within 100 yards of the skid steer while the mower is being operated, stop the skid steer at once, idle the engine and stop the mower. Do not engage the mower again until all bystanders are well past the 100 yard distance.

Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distances (300 feet or more) and causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully.

STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 100 YARDS UNLESS:

-Front and Rear Deflectors, Chain Guards, or Bands are installed and in good, workable condition;

-Mower sections or Wings are running close to and parallel to the ground without exposed Blades;

-Passersby are outside the existing thrown-object zone;

-All areas have been thoroughly inspected and all foreign material such as rocks, cans, glass, and general debris has been removed.

NOTE: Where there are grass and weeds high enough to hide debris that could be struck

by the blades, the area should be: inspected and large debris removed, mowed at an intermediate height, inspected, closely with any remaining debris being removed, and mowed again at desired final height. (This will also reduce power required to mow, reduce wear and tear on the Mower drivetrain, spread cut material better, reduce streaking, and make the final cut more uniform).

9.3 Engaging the Mower

Before engaging the mower, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. Refer to the skid steer operator’s manual to determine the procedure to engage the front auxiliary hydraulics.

If you here unusual noises or feel abnormal vibrations, disengage the mower immediately. Inspect the mower to determine the cause of the noise or vibration and repair the problem immediately.

Use extreme caution when raising the Mower above ground level. Stop the Blades from turning when the Mower is raised and passersby are within 100 yards. Raising the Mower exposes the Cutting Blades which creates a potentially serious hazard and can

cause serious injury by objects thrown from the Blades or by contact with the Blades. (SPU-1)

Do not put hands or feet under mower decks. Blade Contact can result in serious injury or even death. Stay away until all motion has stopped and the decks are securely blocked up.

SL72 03/08 Operation Section 4-21

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