Operating Procedure - Ransomes MT503 Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual/Parts List

Ride on triple cylinder & flail mower
Hide thumbs Also See for MT503:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Test
Operator Seated
Yes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Lift your weight off the seat. The cutting implement PTO will disengage within 3 seconds.
Lift your weight off the seat. The engine must stop after 3 seconds.
7.3

OPERATING PROCEDURE ___________________________________________

1. Under no circumstances must the engine be started without the operator seated on the machine.
2. Do not operate machine or attachments with loose, damaged or missing components. Whenever possible
mow when grass is dry.
3. First mow in a test area to become thoroughly familiar with the operation of the machine and controls.
4. Study the area to determine the best and safest operating procedure. Consider the height of the grass, type of
terrain, and condition of the surface. Each condition will require certain adjustments or precautions.
5. Do not direct discharge of material toward bystanders, nor allow anyone near the machine while in operation.
The owner/operator is responsible for injuries inflicted to bystanders and/or damage to their property.
Use discretion when mowing near gravel areas (roadway, parking areas, cart paths, etc). Stones discharged
from the cutting unit may cause serious injuries to bystanders and/or damage the equipment.Turn PTO cutter
switch off and raise the units when crossing paths or roads. Look out for traffic.
6. Stop and inspect the equipment for damage immediately after striking an obstruction or if the machine begins
to vibrate abnormally. Have the equipment repaired before resuming operation.
Do not operate machine or attachments with loose, damaged or missing components.
Park Brake Switch
No
On
Off
!
Never operate the equipment with the operator presence
& safety interlock system disengaged or malfunctioning.
Do not disconnect or bypass any switch.
!
To help prevent injury, always wear safety glasses, safety
footwear, a hard hat and ear protection
!
Refer to machine Safe Working Slope Angles
Cutter Engage
(PTO) Switch
On
Off
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
in this manual.
OPERATION 7
Traction Pedal
Engine Starts
Out of
Neutral
Yes
Neutral
No
en-67

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Table of Contents