Offset Mowers 32 Trailblazer Attachments, LLC
February 2019 423-405-5150
8. Service and Maintenance
8.1 Maintenance Safety
Failure to comply with the following safety
instructions can and will result in serious injury and
possibly even death.
Personal
Protection
Equipment
Wear close tting and belted clothing to avoid
getting caught in moving parts. Wear personal
protection equipment (PPE), which may include
hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, etc.
appropriate for the work site and working conditions.
Damaged Parts Hazard
Do not use the offset mower if any parts are
damaged. If the offset mower is believed to
have a defect which could cause it to work
improperly, immediately stop using it and remedy
the problem before continuing.
No Unauthorized Modications
Do not modify the offset mower or
safety devices. Do not weld on the unit.
Unauthorized modications may impair its function
and safety and will void the warranty.
If the offset mower has been altered in any way from
the original design, the manufacturer does not
accept any liability for injury or warranty.
Crush Hazard
Always set the offset mower on safety
stands or on the ground when
performing maintenance.
Good Working Condition
Keep all parts in good condition and properly
installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace
worn or broken parts.
OEM
Replacement Parts
If replacement parts are necessary, genuine
factory replacement parts must be used to
restore the unit to its original specications.
Trailblazer will not accept responsibility for damages
as a result of the use of unapproved parts.
Safety Shields and Devices
When completing a maintenance or service
function, make sure all safety shields and
devices are installed before placing the offset mower
in service.
The following safety instructions are provided to
help prevent injury or limit equipment damage.
Safety Equipment
A re extinguisher and rst aid kit
should be readily accessible while
performing maintenance on this equipment.
Clean Work Area
Do not leave tools lying around
the work area. Follow good
shop practices. Keep service area clean and dry.
Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded. Use adequate light.
Use the Right Tools
Use the correct tools, jacks, hoists or
other tools that have the capacity for
the job.
Proper Support
Use certied safety stands rated to
support the load when working
beneath the offset mower, or performing repairs,
service, or maintenance.
Before working underneath the offset mower place it
on a minimum of four jack stands, with a load rating
of at least 1000 lbs. each.
Do not position the jack stands under wheels, axles,
or wheel supports, as they may rotate and cause the
cutter to fall.
Make sure the jack stands are stable and the offset
mower deck is approximately level. Test the stability
of the offset mower before working underneath.
If the offset mower is attached to the tractor, set
the brakes, remove the key, chock the tractor
wheels, and block the offset mower before working
underneath.
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