Progressive Turf Equipment TDR-30 - Manual (Page 9)

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SAFETY RULES
All rotary mowers are potentially dangerous machines; this mower has been designed to
minimize the safety risks to the operator, bystanders and property. This section of the
Operator’s Manual details a number of safety rules pertaining to the operation and
maintenance of Progressive Turf Equipment mowers. In order to minimize risks and
promote safety at all times, these rules must always be followed and obeyed.
Further safety rules and warning texts are given within the respective sections of this
manual.
IMPORTANT!
When it comes to safety, nothing will ever replace a careful operator.
It is imperative that the operator reads and understands all the safety information in this
manual before proceeding. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could
result in injury or death.
Proper care is your responsibility.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard.
The hazard alerts in this publication and on the product, are therefore not all inclusive. If a
tool, procedure, work method, or operating technique not specifically recommended by the
manufacturer is used, it is your responsibility to ensure that it is safe for you and others. You
should also ensure the machine will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operation,
maintenance, or repair procedures you choose. Modifications or adaptations to the machine
are not allowed.
Various jurisdictions have specific requirements for work zone safety. Know and adhere to
your local requirements. Treat the instructions in this manual as minimum requirements for
safe operation.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol appears at various points in the manual together with a signal
word and warning text. It means – Be alert! Your safety is involved. This
symbol is used throughout the manual to call attention to areas in which
carelessness or failure to follow specific procedures may result in personal
injury or component damage / malfunction or both.
HAZARD SERIOUSNESS LEVEL
The following signal words are found throughout the manual together with the safety alert
symbol to indicate the seriousness level of identified hazards. Their selection is based on the
consequence of human interaction with a hazard.
DANGER! –Hazards or unsafe practices which WILL result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING! – Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in
severe personal or death.