Woods Equipment 59HC-1 manual Safety Rules, Training, Preparation, Operation

SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an operator’s single careless act.

In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident preven- tion are dependent upon the awareness, con- cern, judgement, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment.

It has been said, “The best safety device is an informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that kind of operator.

TRAINING

„Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace- ment manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319- 6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury or death.

„If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, see your dealer.

„Know your controls and how to stop engine and attachment quickly in an emergency.

„Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the equipment, its attach- ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instructions.

„Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.

PREPARATION

„Check that all hardware is properly installed. Always tighten to torque chart specifications unless instructed otherwise in this manual.

„Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

„Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.

„Remove accumulated debris from this equip- ment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.

„Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for location.)

„Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

„Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or other hard objects that might be thrown, causing injury or damage.

OPERATION

„You may not be able to stop the tractor safely if the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms are improp- erly adjusted, allowing them to contact mower components.

„When the mower lift stops are installed as instructed in this manual, properly adjusted clutch and brake pedal mechanisms will not contact mower components. You should frequently check that the tractor clutch and brake pedal mechanisms are in adjustment.

„If the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms can contact mower components, do not put mower into service until properly adjusted.

„Do not put mower into service unless discharge chute is installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

„Keep bystanders away from equipment.

„Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

„Never direct discharge toward people, animals, or property.

„Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

„Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.

„Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements.

„Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.

„Always sit in power unit seat when operating controls or starting engine. Place transmission in neutral, engage brake, and ensure all other con- trols are disengaged before starting power unit engine.

„Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse.

„Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.

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59C-2 Safety Rules (Rev. 6/22/2007)