Operating Procedures - Jacobsen Tournament Cut 22 Technical Manual

5 OPERATION
5.3

OPERATING PROCEDURES_________________________________________________

To help prevent injury, always wear safety glasses, leather work shoes or boots, a hard hat, and ear protection.
1. Do not operate mower or attachments with loose,
damaged or missing components. Whenever possi-
ble mow when grass is dry.
2. First mow in a test area to become thoroughly
familiar with the operation of the mower and control
levers.
Note:To prevent damage to the reel and bedknife never
operate the reels when they are not cutting grass.
Excessive friction and heat will develop between the
bedknife and reel and damage the cutting edge.
3. 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. Only use accessories and attachments
approved by Jacobsen.
4. Never direct discharge
bystanders, nor allow anyone near the machine
while in operation.
responsible for injuries inflicted to bystanders and/or
damage to their property.
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Before mowing, pick up all debris such as rocks, toys
and wire which can be thrown by the machine. Enter a
new area cautiously. Always operate at speeds that
allow you to have complete control of the mower.
5. Use discretion when mowing near gravel areas
(roadway, parking areas, cart paths, etc.). Stones
discharged from the implement may cause serious
injuries to bystanders
equipment.
6. Disengage the reel clutch when crossing paths or
roadways. Look out for traffic.
7. 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.
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Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
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The owner/operator
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and/or damage
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Before
equipment, always disengage all drives, engage
parking brake, stop engine and remove spark
plug wire to prevent injuries.
8. Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Use
caution when operating near drop offs.
9. Look behind and down before backing up to be sure
of a clear path. Use care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may
obscure vision.
10. Never use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a
brush to remove grass clippings from blades.
Blades are extremely sharp and can cause serious
injuries
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