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WARNING! Extreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects such as gravel, rocks,
wire, and other debris. Inspect the area before mowing. Foreign objects should be removed from the
site to prevent machine damage and/or bodily injury or even death. Any objects that cannot be removed
must be clearly marked and carefully avoided by the operator. Stop mowing immediately if blades strike
a foreign object.
IMPORTANT: Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is balanced before resuming
mowing.
WARNING! Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the
cutting area of the mower deck. These items can swing outside the confines of the safe cutting area of
the machine at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could
result in serious injury or even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing. Remove
any like object from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to contact such items.
4.9.2 Stopping The Machine In An Emergency
DANGER! If the machine hits an object, becomes jammed, suddenly develops vibration or any other
potentially harmful change happens to the machine.
Stop the machine immediately!
If you hit a solid object or foreign debris:
4.9.2.1 Return the tractor to idle engine speed immediately.
4.9.2.2 Disengage the PTO.
4.9.2.3 Wait for all machine rotating parts to stop, then raise the mower and move the tractor and machine off
the object.
4.9.2.4 With extreme caution, if a blocked foreign component has caused the machine to suddenly operate
incorrectly or altogether ensure that all the correct levels of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is
worn for safety purposes. Consider gaining extra personnel for assistance.
4.9.2.5 If the cause of sudden incorrect running of the machine is due to the machine colliding or hitting a
foreign object, inspect the area and remove, or mark the location of the debris so it’s not hit again.
4.9.2.6 Inspect the condition of the machine and make any needed repairs before proceeding to use the
machine again. Make sure the blades are not damaged and the carrier is balanced before resuming
operation.
4.9.3 Bystanders
DANGER! Machines are capable under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distances
90m (300 ft) or more and causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully.
It is of upmost importance that the tractor and
machine is stopped immediately if a bystander comes
within 90m (300 ft) while operating. The engine
should be idled, and the PTO disengaged. Do not
restart work until the bystander is well past the 90m
(300 ft) and then reassessed that there are no other
new bystanders inside the danger zone.
Figure 4.30 – Bystanders Out of Working Area
It is of upmost importance to inspect the destined worksite before commencing work following the guidance
given in Section 2.3.4 and Section 4.9.1.
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