Heavy Duty Finishing Mower
TRANSPORT SAFETY
Review Transport Safety instructions in tractor manual before moving.
Check with local authorities regarding transport on public roads. Obey all applicable laws and regulations.
Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem and all the lights and reflectors that are required by the local highway and transport authorities are in place, are clean, and can be seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffic.
Never have the equipment in operation during transport.
Always travel at a safe speed.
Inflate Tires to recommended pressure.
Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an explosion, which may result in serious injury or death.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Stop engine, set brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.
Support the equipment with blocks or safety stands before working beneath it. Follow good shop practices including
-Keep service area clean and dry
-Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded
-Use adequate light for the job
Use only tools, jacks, and hoists of sufficient capacity for the job.
Replace and secure all shields removed during servicing before operating. Use heavy leather gloves to handle sharp objects.
STORAGE SAFETY
Store the unit in an area away from human activity.
Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine. Support the frame on stands and blocks to provide a secure base.
SAFETY SIGNS
The following illustration shows the approximate location and detail of safety signs. Keep all safety signs clean and legible and replace any that are damaged or missing. When original parts are replaced, any safety signs affixed to those parts should be replaced as well. Replacement safety signs are available from your local dealer.
SAFETY SIGN INSTALLATION
To install safety signs, ensure the installation area is clean and dry. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper. Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper and align over the specified area. Carefully press in place. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and smooth the remaining portion in place. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out.
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