BlueBird SG1314 - Manual (Page 8)

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OPERATOR’S GUIDE
2-Preparation:
· Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
· 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.
· Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine running.
Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
· Check that operator’s presence controls, safety switches and shields are attached and functioned
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly.
3-Operation:
· Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
· Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
· Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start
engine from the operator’s position.
· Be sure of your footing while using the equipment, especially when backing up. Walk, don’t run.
Never operate on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
· Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to travel in the recommended direction on
hillsides. Use caution while operating near drop offs.
· Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
· Stop on level ground, stop the blade, disengage drive, engage parking brake and shut off engine
before leaving the operator’s position for any reason.
· Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
· Keep pets and bystanders away.
· Do not operate the equipment under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
· Use care and proper lifting technique when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
4-Maintenance and Storage:
· Disengage drives, set parking brake, stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all
movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
· Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives, mufflers, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean
up oil or fuel spillage.
· Let engine cool before storing and do not store near flame.