SAFE OPERATION 1
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SAFE
OPERA
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Careful operation
is
your best insurance against
an
accident. Read and understand this section carefully before operation.
All operators, no matter how experienced they may
be,
should read this and other related manuals before operation of the
machine or any
implement attached to
it.
It
is
the owner's obligation to instruct all operators
in
safe operation.
This cutting machine
is
capable
of
amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions
could result
in
serious injury or death.
1.
BEFORE OPERATING
1.
Know your equipment and its limitations. Read,
understand and
follow all instructions
in
this manual
before attempting to start and operate the machine.
2.
Know the controls and how to stop quickly.
3.
Pay special attention to the safety labels
on
the
machine and mower.
4. The exhaust gas from the
muffler
is
very hot.
To
prevent fire, do not expose dry grass, mowed grass, oil
or
any other combustible materials to exhaust gas.
Use a spark arrester where required. Also keep the
engine and muffler clean
all the time.
5.
Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing. It may catch
on
moving parts or controls, leading to the risk
of
accident. Safety boots or shoes, eye and hearing
protection,
gloves, etc. are recommended.
6.
Do
not operate machine or any implement attached to
it
while under the influence
of
alcohol, drugs, or other
substances or
while fatigued.
7.
Check brakes, and other mechanical parts for faulty
adjustment and wear. Replace worn or damaged parts
promptly. Check the tightness
of
all nuts and bolts
regularly.
(For further details, see "MAINTENANCE"
section.)
8.
Keep the machine and attachments
in
good operating
condition and keep safety devices
in
place and
in
proper working condition.
9.
This machine
is
equipped with many safety devices.
Do
not attempt to remove or alter them.
10.
Keep all shields and guards
in
place. Replace all
missing or damaged items for your safety.
11.
Never allow any bystanders around or near machine
during operation.
Be
sure the area
is
clear
of
other people before
mowing.
Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
12.
Before allowing other people to use your machine,
explain proper operation to them and have them read
this
manual before operation.
13.
Never allow passengers or non-qualified operators
on
the machine at any time. You must operate the
machine from the seat
only.
14.
Carefully check the area to be mowed and clear any
objects such as rocks, bottles, cans, toys, etc., that
may damage the mower, the grass catcher or cause
personal injury.
15.
Keep your machine clean. Dirt, grease, and trash
accumulations contribute to fires or lead to personal
injury.
16.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment
is
in
safe working condition.
Check the mower
blade mounting bolts for proper
tightness at frequent
intervals.
17.
Use only attachments recommended
by
KUBOTA.
Use proper ballast to front or rear of machine to reduce
the risk of upsets.
Follow the "Safe Operation"
procedures, specified
in
the Equipment's Manual.
18.
Follow the maintenance recommendations. See
"MAINTENANCE" section.
19.1t
is
recommended that your machine
be
thoroughly
inspected at least once a year by
an
authorized
KUBOTA Dealer.
2.
OPERATING
• Starting
1.
Never start engine or operate levers from anywhere
other than the seat.
2.
Before starting the engine, make sure that all levers
(including auxiliary control levers) are
in
their neutral
positions, that the parking brake
is
engaged, and that
both the mower clutch and the Power Take-Off
(PTO)
are disengaged.
3.
Do
not start engine by shorting across starter
terminals or by by-passing the safety start switch. The
machine may start and move if
normal starting circuitry
is
bypassed.
4.
Do
not operate or idle engine
in
a poorly ventilated
area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a
colorless and odorless gas.
• Working
1.
Watch where
you
are going at all times. Watch for and
avoid obstacles.
Be
alert near trees and other
obstructions.
2.
When working
in
groups, always let others know what
you
are doing ahead of time.
3.
Never try to get
on
or off a moving machine.
4.
When using any attachments, never direct discharge
material toward bystanders.
Do
not allow anyone near
the attachments
while
in
operation.
Do
not mow when bystanders are present
in
the
mowing area.
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