General Instructions - Ransomes 933308G Operator's Manual

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Before using machine for the fi rst time, check engine
and hydraulic fl uid levels and lubricate all points.
TRAINING
a) Read the operator's manual carefully. All rotary grass
cutters are potentially dangerous. No person should
operate the machine unless they are familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the machine.
b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
c) Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
d) Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
PREPARATION
a) Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers.
b) Wear hearing appropriate protection.
c) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all rocks, toys, wire or other debris
which may be picked up or thrown by the machine.
d) Petrol (gasoline) is highly fl ammable.

Store petrol (gasoline) only in a container specifi cally
designed for gasoline storage in a cool, dry place away
from sparks and open fl ame.

When refueling or checking fuel level:

Stop engine. Allow to cool.

Refuel outdoors only.

Do not smoke.

Use a funnel. Do not overfi ll. Clean up spills and
move machine away from spills before starting.

Replace caps tightly on fuel containers & tanks
securely.
e) Replace faulty muffl ers.
f) Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn
or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and
bolts.
g) On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one
blade can cause other blades to rotate.
h) Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive
clutch on units so equipped before starting the engine
(motor).
i) Never attempt to make adjustments while the engine
(motor) is running.
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j) Never operate the equipment in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing. Keep a fi rm hold on the handle
and walk, never run.
OPERATION
a) Do not operate the engine in a confi ned space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
b) Mow only in daylight or in good artifi cial light.
c) Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
d) Walk, never run.
e) With walk behind machines, mow across the slopes,
not up and down.
f) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
g) Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
h) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
mower towards you. Be sure the area behind is
clear.
i) Stop the blades if the mower has to be tilted for
transportation, when crossing surfaces other than
grass and when transporting the mower to and from
the area to be mowed.
j) Never operate the mower without proper guards,
plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices
in place.
k) Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
l) Disengage all blades and drive clutches before starting
the engine.
m) Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully
according to instructions and with feet well away from
the blades.
n) Do not start the engine when standing in front of the
discharge chute.
o) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
p) Never pick up or carry a mower while the engine is
running.
EC
Hydro
Midsize