Safety – Alamo Swingtrim User Manual

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SAFETY

SWINGTRIM 03/09

Safety Section 1-8

SAFETY

The rotating parts of this machine have been designed and tested for rugged use.
However, the blades could fail upon impact with heavy, solid objects such as metal guard
rails and concrete structures. Such impact could cause the broken objects to be thrown
outward at very high velocities. To reduce the possibility of property damage, serious
injury, or even death, never allow the cutting blades to contact such obstacles.

(SGM-4)

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-05)

Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the

operating parts of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at

greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result

in serious injury or even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing.

Remove any like object from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to contact such items.

(SGM-06)

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

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

cut. Normal ground speed range is from 2 to 5 mph(3-8 kph). 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-07)

Avoid mowing in reverse direction when possible. Check to make sure there are no
persons behind the mower and use extreme care when mowing in reverse. Mow only at a
slow ground speed where you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower.
Never mow an area that you have not inspected and removed debris or foreign material.

(SGM-08)

Do not put hands or feet under mower decks. Blade Contact can result
in serious injury or even death. Stay away until all motion has stopped
and the decks are securely blocked up.

(SGM-09)

Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN,
WELD, OR WELD HARDFACING ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR
OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE
SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES.

(SGM-10)