Safe Operating Practices - Baroness LM315GC Owner's Operating Manual

LM315GC
Safety
Failure to adequately follow these safety
precautions may cause an accident resulting in
injury or death.
Danger Danger
This machine is designed to ensure safe
operation and has been tested and inspected
thoroughly before shipment from the factory.
The machine is equipped with safety devices
to prevent accidents.
However, whether the machine demonstrates
its original performance level depends on the
manner in which it is operated and handled,
as well as the manner in which it is managed
on a daily basis.
Inappropriate use or management of the
machine may result in injury or death.
Observe the following safety instructions to
ensure safe operation.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions include the ones from
CEN standard EN 836: 1997, ISO standard
5395: 1990, and ANSI B71.4-2004.
Training
1. Read this manual and other training material
carefully. Be familiar with the controls, safety
signs, and the proper use of the equipment.
2. If the operator or mechanic can not read
English it is the owner's responsibility to
explain this manual to them.
3. All operators and mechanics should seek
and obtain professional and practical
instruction.
The owner is responsible for training the
users.
Such instruction should emphasize.
[1] The need for care and concentration when
working with ride-on machines.
[2] Control of a ride-on machine sliding on a
slope will not be regained by the
application of the brake.
The main reasons for loss of control are
- Insufficient wheel grip
- Being driven too fast
- Inadequate braking
- The type of machine is unsuitable for its
task
- Lack of awareness of the effect of
ground conditions, especially slopes
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- Incorrect hitching and load distribution
4. Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to use or service the
machine.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
5. The owner/use can prevent and is
responsible for accidents or injuries
occurring to themselves, other people, or
property.
6. Keep in mind that the owner, operator, and
mechanic are responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
Preparation
1. Evaluate the terrain to determine what
accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safety perform the job. Only
use accessories and attachments approved
by the manufacturer.
2. While operating, always wear substantial
footwear, long trousers, hard hat, safety
glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing, or jewelry may get tangled in
moving parts. Do not operate the equipment
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
3. 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.
4. Exercise care in the handling of fuel.
Warning
Warning-Fuel is highly flammable. Take the
following precautions.
[1] Store fuel in containers specifically
designed for this purpose.
[2] Add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel
while the engine is running or when the
engine is hot.
[3] Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke
while refueling.
[4] If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from
the area of spillage and avoid creating any
source of ignition until petrol vapours have
dissipated.
[5] Replace all fuel tanks and container caps
securely.
Safe Operating Practices