Safety Regulations; General Operation; Slope Operation - Bushranger 53AH6IMSP Operator's Manual

SAFETY REGULATIONS

1. GENERAL OPERATION

• Before starting to use this machine, read,
understand and follow all instructions that are
provided in this manual. Be thoroughly familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the machine
before starting operations.
WARNING: Do not put hands or feet near
or under moving parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
• This machine may only be operated by responsible
persons, who are familiar with the operating
instructions. Never allow children or people
unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
lawnmower. Local regulations can restrict the age of
the operator.
• To prevent injury, be sure that there are no persons
in the immediate area where you are mowing. If
any person enters this area, stop the machine by
releasing the drive control bar. Never mow while
people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
when barefoot or while wearing open
sandals. Always wear robust footwear when
mowing.
• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks and any other items,
which can be thrown by the machine through the
discharge opening.
• Do not pull the mower backwards, unless this
is absolutely necessary. Always look down and
behind you, before and while moving backwards.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
lawnmower towards you.
• Before operating the mower, make sure that all
protective screens, the grass catcher and other
protective devices are properly installed. Never
operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or
without safety devices, for example deflectors and/
or grass catchers in place.
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• Observe the instructions of the manufacturer, for
proper operation and installation of accessories .
Only those accessories that have been approved by
the manufacturer may be used.
• Make sure that the blade(s) of the mower is
(are) not rotating, before crossing gravel drives,
walkways or roads.
• Stop the engine (motor) and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop, before removing the
grass catcher.
• Mowing should only be done during daylight or
under good artificial lighting.
• Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate the mower in wet grass, where
feasible. Always be sure of your footing. Keep a firm
hold on the handle and walk; never run.
• Before starting the engine (motor), disengage all
blade and self-propelling mechanism or drive clutch
on mowers so equipped.
• If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine (motor) and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Keep hands and feet away from the enclosure.
• Worn parts should be referred to your local
Bushranger™ Dealer to be replaced.
• Before using the machine, inspect the machine by
visual to determine whether the cutting, fastening
bolts and the entire mower deck is worn or
damaged. To avoid an imbalance, replace worn out
or damaged cutting attachment bolts sets.

2. SLOPE OPERATION

• Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents, which can result in severe injury. All
slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a
slope, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow across the face of slopes: never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.