Safety – Alamo 02979718C User Manual

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SAFETY

UGR 04/06

Safety Section 1-8

SAFETY

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. Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is balanced

before resuming mowing.

(SGM-5)

Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. Safe

mowing speed depends on terrain condition and grass type, density, and height of cut.

Normal ground speed range is from 1 to 5 mph. Use slow mowing speeds when operating on or near steep

slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be

avoided.

(SGM-7)

Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN OR

WELD ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE

BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES.

(SGM-10)

Relieve hydraulic pressure prior to doing any maintenance or repair work on the Implement.

Place the Mower Head on the ground or securely supported on blocks or stands, disengage

the PTO, and turn off the engine. Push and pull the control Levers or Joystick several times

to relieve pressure prior to starting any maintenance or repair work.

(SBM-6)

Always disconnect the wire leads from the mower valve solenoid

before performing service on the Tractor or Mower. Use caution when

working on the Tractor or Mower. Tractor engine must be stopped

before working on Mower or Tractor. The Mower Blades could

inadvertently be turned on without warning and cause immediate

dismemberment, injury or death.

(SBM-12)

Do not back up with this implement. Backing could damage the machine or its components.

(S3PT-4)

Use extreme care when lowering or unfolding the implement’s wings. Make sure no

bystanders are close by or underneath the wings. Allow ample clearance around the

implement when folding or unfolding the wings. Use extreme caution around buildings or overhead power

lines.

(S3PT-5)