Cub Cadet R72 Li 48 V1 Operator's Manual page 245

3.3 DURING OPERATION
Work Area
• Do not use the machine in environments
that pose the risk of explosion, in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases
or powders. Electrical contact or
mechanical rubbing can generate sparks
that can ignite powder or vapour.
• Work only in daylight or with good artificial
light in good visibility conditions.
• Keep people, children and animals
away from the work area. Children must
be supervised by another adult.
• Avoid working with wet grass, in the rain
and when there is a risk of a thunderstorm,
and especially of lightning.
• Pay careful attention to uneven ground
(hills, dips), slopes, hidden hazards and
obstacles that could limit visibility.
• Be very careful near ravines, ditches
or embankments. The machine could
overturn if a wheel slides over the
edge or if the earth gives way.
• Pay close attention on sloping ground
which requires special care to prevent
overturning or loss of control of the machine.
The main reasons for loss of control are:
• Insufficient wheel grip.
• Excessive speed.
• Sharp changes of direction.
• Inadequate braking.
• Type of machine unsuitable for its task.
• Lack of awareness of the effect
of ground conditions.
• Using the machine for towing.
• Look out for traffic when using
the machine near the road.
NOTICE
The machines detailed in this manual are
not designed for use as towing vehicles.
Conduct
• When working behind the wheel, do
not become distracted and maintain
the required level of concentration.
• Exercise caution when reversing or
moving backwards. Look behind you to
make sure there are no obstacles before
and during operations in reverse gear.
• Pay careful attention when using the
attachments that can alter the stability
of the machine, especially on slopes.
• Always keep hands and feet away
from the cutting means, when starting
and when using the machine.
• Keep hands and feet away from the seat
support. There is the risk of crushing injuries.
WARNING
the cutting means will continue to rotate
for a few seconds after disengagement
or after switching off the motor.
WARNING
Pay attention to the cutting means assembly with
more than one cutting element, since one rotating
cutting means can trigger rotation of the others.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
If something breaks or an accident occurs
during work, turn off the motor immediately
and move the machine away to prevent further
damage; if an accident occurs with injuries
or third parties are injured, carry out the first
aid measures most suitable for the situation
immediately and contact the medical authorities
for any necessary health care. Carefully
remove any debris which could cause damage
or injury to persons or animals if ignored.
Restrictions of use
• Never use the machine with damaged,
missing or incorrectly positioned guards
(grass catcher, rear unload guard)
• Don't use the machine if the attachments/
tools are not installed in their seats.
• Never disengage, deactivate, remove
or tamper with the safety systems/
micro switches installed.
• Do not strain the machine too much and
do not use an inappropriate machine for
heavy-duty work; if you use the correct
machine, you will reduce the risk of hazards
and improve the quality of your work.
• The machine has not been type-approved
for circulation on public roads. It must
be used (as indicated by the highway
code) in private areas closed to traffic.
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