Woods Equipment 7000 - Manual (Page 10)

8 Operation
MAN0137 (9/14/01)
OPERATION
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of
this mower. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the power unit,
mower, and all safety practices before starting opera-
tion. Read the safety rules and safety decals on and
page 7.
„ Keep bystanders away from equipment.
„ Never allow riders on power unit or attach-
ment.
„ Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
„ Operate tractor PTO at the RPM speed stated
in “Specifications” section.
„ Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
„ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or col-
lar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
„ Before working underneath, read Operator's
Manual and Blocking Method section Disconnect
driveline, raise mower, install transport lock,
securely block up all corners, and check stability.
Secure blocking prevents equipment from drop-
ping due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic sys-
tem failures, or mechanical component failures.
„ Know your controls and how to stop engine
and attachment quickly in an emergency.
„ Operators must be instructed in and be capa-
ble of the safe operation of the equipment, its
attachments, and all controls. Do not allow any-
one to operate this equipment without proper
instructions.
„ Always wear relatively tight and belted cloth-
ing to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and
head.
„ Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
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, concern,
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.
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION