Safe Operation; General Operation - Quadivator HyperCut RD62 Assembly/Operators/Parts Manual

1. Safe Operation

DANGER

1.1 GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before
starting.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate this machine.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., which could be thrown by the blade(s).
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the
area.
NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS while mowing - EVEN IF YOURS is a TWO-UP ATV!
DANGER
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and
while backing up.
Never direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall
or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blade(s) when crossing
gravel surfaces.
Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other
safety devices in place and working.
Do not wear loose clothing.
Slow down before turning.
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blade(s), set parking brake,
stop engine and remove key before dismounting.
Disengage blade(s) when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a
complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge guard.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
When operating the ATV Mounted Mower – ALWAYS
attach the clip end of the Tether Chord to your belt,
until you dismount from the ATV. The switch the chord
is attached to will shut off the mower's engine if pulled
deliberately or by inadvertent dismount from the ATV