Maintenance Safety - Woods RD6000 Operator's Manual

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
! Do not operate equipment while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
! Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
! Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
! Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
! Never allow riders on power unit or attach-
ment.
! Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS CAB and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable
ROPS systems in "locked up" position at all times.
! Always sit in tractor seat when operating con-
trols or starting engine. Securely fasten seat belt,
place transmission in neutral, engage brake and
ensure all other controls are disengaged before
starting tractor engine.
! Operate tractor PTO at RPM speed stated in
"Specifications" section.
! Do not operate tractor PTO during transport.
! Look down and to the rear and make sure area is
clear before operating in reverse.
! Do not operate on steep slopes.
! Do not stop, start or change directions sud-
denly on slopes.
! Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
! Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
! Stop tractor and implement immediately upon
striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove
key, inspect and repair any damage before resum-
ing operation.
! Before dismounting tractor or performing any
service or maintenance, disengage power to imple-
ment, lower the 3-point hitch and all raised
components to the ground, operate valve levers to
release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake,
stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.
! Before working underneath, carefully read op-
erator manual instructions, disconnect driveline,
raise mower, securely block up all corners with
jackstands and check stability. Secure blocking
prevents equipment dropping from hydraulic leak
down, hydraulic system failures, or mechanical
component failures.

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

! Before dismounting tractor or performing any
service or maintenance, disengage power to imple-
ment, lower the 3-point hitch and all raised
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SAFETY RULES
components to the ground, operate valve levers to
release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake,
stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.
! Before working underneath, carefully read op-
erator manual instructions, disconnect driveline,
raise mower, securely block up all corners with
jackstands and check stability. Secure blocking
prevents equipment dropping from hydraulic leak
down, hydraulic system failures, or mechanical
component failures.
! Before working underneath, carefully read op-
erator manual instructions, disconnect driveline,
raise mower, securely block up all corners with
jackstands and check stability. Secure blocking
prevents equipment dropping from hydraulic leak
down, hydraulic system failures, or mechanical
component failures.
! Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
modify or alter the equipment or any of its
components in any way.
! Always wear relatively tight and belted cloth-
ing to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing and head.
! Never go underneath equipment lowered to the
ground or raised, unless it is properly blocked and
secured. Never place any part of the body under-
neath equipment or between moveable parts even
when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic
system leak down, hydraulic system failures, me-
chanical failures or movement of control levers can
cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly
and cause severe injury or death. Follow Operator's
Manual instructions for working underneath and
blocking requirements, or have work done by a
qualified dealer.
! Make sure implement is properly attached, ad-
justed and in good operating condition.
! Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service or
maintenance.
! Make certain all movement of implement com-
ponents has stopped before approaching for
service.
! Frequently check blades. They should be
sharp, free of nicks and cracks and securely
fastened.
! Do not handle blades with bare hands. Care-
less or improper handling may result in serious
injury.
! Your dealer can supply genuine replacement
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
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