8.SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using the sod cutter it is essential that the operator has understood the warnings, do's and don'ts and precautionary measures given in this manual and in the engine manual: the prevention of injury to the operator, third parties, animals or objects directly depends on observance of these instructions.
A)GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
!Use of the sod cutter for purposes other than those envisaged is strictly prohib- ited.
!Climbing aboard and/or riding on the sod cutter is strictly prohibited.
!Tampering with the safety systems and guards is strictly prohibited.
!Modifications to devices/components not envisaged by the manufacturer are strictly prohibited.
!The electrical parts of the engine must be protected at all times.
B)TRAINING
!Read the Operator's Manual and the Engine Manual before using the machine.
!Use of the machine by minors under the age of 16 years or by persons without the necessary psychological and physical capabilities is forbidden.
!Do not use the machine near other persons or within enclosed areas.
!The placing of hands, other parts of the body and clothing in the moving parts of the machine is prohibited.
!It is forbidden to approach the moving parts.
!Before carrying out any inspection or servicing operations make sure that the engine has been switched off and the spark plug wire removed.
C) PREPARATION
!Make sure that the working area around the machine is free of obstacles and has sufficient lighting.
!Before switching on the engine make sure there are no persons, animals or ve- hicles in the vicinity .
!Before switching on the engine make sure that both engagement levers (for- ward clutch control lever - Fig. 1, ref. C and blade clutch control lever - Fig. 1, ref. A) Are in the disengaged position (released) ; then place the gear lever in neutral (see Fig. 2, ref. C )
!Before switching on the machine make sure that the screws, fixing elements and protection devices are in place and that the affixed notices are legible.
!Then: Make sure that the wheel fixing bolts have been tightened fully.
!Secure all blade nuts and fixing bolts to prevent their loss during work opera- tions. Replace any old or worn blades.
!The cover ( Fig. 1, ref. F) should not be moved for any reason whatsoever while the machine is in use.
!When switching on the engine check the position of the various control levers (see the section on “Controls and adjustments”).
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