section 2
IMPORTANT
Safety Practices For Commercial
Turf Care Equipment
Training
1.
Read the Operator's manual and other training
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not
read English it is the owner's responsibility to
explain this manual to them.
2. Become familiar with the safe operation
of
the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
3. All operators and mechanics should
be
trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
4.
Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age
of
the operator.
5.
The owner/user can prevent and
is
responsible for
accidents or injuries . occurring to themselves,
other people, or property.
II
Preparation
1. Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Only use accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
2. Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing, or jewelry may get tangled
in
moving
parts.
3. Inspect the area where the equipment
is
to
be
used
. and remove all objects such as rocks, toys, and
wire which can
be
thrown
by
the machine.
4.
Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and the vapors are
explosive.
a. Use only
an
approved container.
b. Never remove gas cap or add'fuel with engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
Do
not smoke.
c.
Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
5. Check that operator's presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly.
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SAFETY
Ill
Operation
AWARNING
Slopes are a major factor related
to
loss-of-
control and tip-over accidents, which can result
in severe injury
or
death. All slopes require extra
caution.
1. Never run
an
engine
in
an
enclosed area.
2. Only operate
in
good light, keeping away from holes
and hidden hazards.
3.
Be
sure all drives are
in
neutral and parking brake
is
set before starting engine. Only start engine from
the operator's position. Use seat belts if provided.
4.
Slow down and use extra care
on
hillsides.
Be
sure
to travel in the
recommended
directions
on
hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the machines
stability. Use caution when operating near drop-
offs.
5. Follow the manufacturers recommendations for
wheel weights
or
counterweights to improve
stability. (See Section
4,
page 4-
3)
6. Slow down and use caution when making turns and
when changing directions on slopes.
7. Never raise mower deck with the blades running.
8. Never operate with guards not securely
in
place.
Be
sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly,
and functioning properly.
9.
Never operate mower with the discharge deflector
raised, removed or altered .
1
O.
Do
not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
11
. Never leave a running machine unattended.
12.
Stop
on
level
ground,
lower
implements,
disengage drives, engage parking brake, and shut
off engine before leaving the operator's position for
any reason including unclogging the chute.
13.
Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking
objects or if
an
abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
14.
Keep hands and feet away from cutting units.
15.
Look behind and down before backing up to
be
sure
of
a clear path.
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