Operating Instructions; Safety Signs; Starting The Engine; Driving The Machine - Ransomes Mastiff 91 Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This safety symbol indicates important safety mes-
sages in this manual. When you see this symbol, be
alert to the possibility of injury, carefully read the
message that follows, and inform other operators.

3.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Ensure that the instructions in this book are
read and fully understood.
• No person should be allowed to operate this
machine unless they are fully acquainted with
all the controls and the safety procedures.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use this machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.

3.2 SAFETY SIGNS

• It is essential all safety labels are kept legible,
if they are missing or illegible they must be
replaced. If any part of the machine is
replaced and it originally carried a safety label,
a new label must be affixed to the
replacement part. New safety labels are
obtainable from Ransomes dealers.

3.3 STARTING THE ENGINE

• Before starting the engine check that the
brakes are applied, drives are in neutral,
guards are in position and intact, and
bystanders are clear of the machine.
• Do not run the engine in a building without
adequate ventilation.

3.4 DRIVING THE MACHINE

• Before moving the machine, check to ensure
that all parts are in good working order, paying
particular attention to brakes, tyres, steering
and the security of cutting blades.
• Replace faulty silencers, mow only in daylight
or good artificial light
• Always observe the Highway Code both on
and off the roads. Keep alert and aware at all
times. Watch out for traffic when crossing or
near roadways.
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• Stop the blades rotating before crossing
surfaces other than grass.
• Remember that some people are deaf or blind
and that children and animals can be
unpredictable.
• Keep travelling speeds low enough for an
emergency stop to be effective and safe at all
times, in any conditions.
• Remove or avoid obstructions in the area to
be cut, thus reducing the possibility of injury to
yourself and/or bystanders.
• When reversing, take special care to ensure
that the area behind is clear of obstructions
and/or bystanders. DO NOT carry
passengers.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
• When the machine is to be parked, stored or
left unattended, lower the cutting means
unless the transport locks are being used.
• While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate
the equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandals.
• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration. After striking a foreign object
Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the
equipment.
• If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally,
check immediately.
3.5 TRANSPORTING
• Ensure that the cutting units are securely
fastened in the transport position. Do not
transport with cutting mechanism rotating.
• Drive the machine with due consideration of
road and surface conditions, inclines and local
undulations.

3.6 LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION

• Park the machine on level ground.
• Before leaving the driving position, stop the
engine and make sure all moving parts are
stationary. Apply brakes and disengage all
drives. Remove the starter key.