Woods BRUSHBULL BB6000X Operator's Manual page 8

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
(Safety Rules continued from previous page)
OPERATION
 Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must
be installed when operating in populated areas or
other areas where thrown objects could injure peo-
ple or damage property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet
(92 m).
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec-
tive devices cannot prevent all objects from
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).
 Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-
ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-
ing equipment.
 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,
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers
can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpect-
edly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Oper-
ator's Manual instructions for working underneath
and blocking requirements or have work done by a
qualified dealer.
 Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.
 Do not operate or transport 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 attachment.
 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 system in "locked up" position at all times.
8 Safety
SAFETY RULES
 Always sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,
and ensure all other controls are disengaged
before starting power unit engine.
 Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
 Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
 Do not operate or transport 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 power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
 Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic
system can cause equipment to drop.
TRANSPORTATION
 Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
 Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
 Do not operate PTO during transport.
 Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain.
 A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when
attachments are in transport position. Without this
weight, front tractor wheels could raise up result-
ing in loss of steering. The weight may be attained
with front wheel weights, ballast in tires, front trac-
tor weights or front loader. Weigh the tractor and
equipment. Do not estimate.
 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 system in "locked up" position at all times.
 Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
 Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
(Safety Rules continued on next page)
(Rev. 9/4/2013)
Single Spindle HD (Rev. 9/15/2006)