Safety – Alamo 02979718C User Manual

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SAFETY

UGR 04/06

Safety Section 1-9

SAFETY

There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this Implement as in all

power-driven or pulled equipment. REMEMBER! This machine is often operated in rough

terrain conditions that include tall grass, weeds, gullies, holes, slopes, hidden obstructions

and the like. Serious injury or even death may occur unless care is taken to assure the

safety of the operator and bystanders in the area. Do not operate this machine with anyone

in the immediate area.

(S3PT-7)

This Implement is wider than the Tractor. Be careful when operating or transporting this

equipment to prevent the Implement from running into or striking sign posts, guard rails,

concrete abutments or other solid objects. Such an impact could cause the Implement and Tractor to pivot

violently resulting in loss of steering control, serious injury, or even death. Never allow the Implement to

contact obstacles.

(S3PT-12)

Never interfere with factory-set hydraulic calibrations. Any change in calibration could

cause a failure of the equipment and may result in injury.

(SBH-13)

Maintain adequate tractor stability to prevent lateral instability and

possible tip-over which could result in serious bodily injury or even

death. Widen the wheel tread and add wheel weights where necessary.

Refer to the mounting instructions or call Customer Service if you need

assistance with Couterweight Procedure.

(SSM-2)

Do not operate Mower if excessive vibration exists. In the case of extreme vibration, shut

down the Mower and the Tractor engine and wait until all motion has stopped. Inspect the

Mower to determine the source of the vibration. If any Mower blades are missing or

damaged replace them immediately. Operating the Mower with excessive vibration can

result in component failure and broken objects could be thrown outward. To reduce the

possibility of property damage and personal injury, never allow the Mower to be operated

with excessive vibration.

(SSM-3)

Never leave the mower unattended while the head is in the raised

position. The mower could fall causing serious injury to anyone who

might inadvertently be under the mower.

(SSM-4)

Always keep a careful lookout and use extreme care when working

around overhead obstructions. Never allow the Mower head or boom

within 10 feet of any power line. When working close to overhead

power lines consult your electric company for a safe code of operation.

(SBM-7)

Prolonged operation may cause operator boredom and fatigue affecting safe operation.

Take scheduled work breaks to help prevent these potentially impaired operating

conditions. Never operate the Implement and Tractor in a fatigued or bored mental state which impairs proper

and safe operation.

(SG-32)