Safety Rules; Safety Alert Symbol; Hazard Seriousness Level - Progressive Turf Equipment Pro-Flex 120 Operators Manual And Parts Lists

SAFETY RULES

All rotary mowers are potentially dangerous machines; this mower has been
designed to minimize the safety risks to the operator, bystanders and property.
This section of the Operator's Manual details a number of safety rules pertaining
to the operation and maintenance of Progressive Turf Equipment mowers. In
order to minimize risks and promote safety at all times, these rules must always
be followed and obeyed.
Further safety rules and warning texts are given within the respective sections of
this manual.
IMPORTANT! - When it comes to safety, nothing will ever replace a careful
operator.
It is imperative that the operator and safety personnel read and understand all of
the safety information in this manual before proceeding. Failure to follow the
instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death.
Proper care is your responsibility.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might
involve a hazard. The hazard alerts in this publication and on the product, are
therefore not all inclusive. If a tool, procedure, work method, or operating
technique not specifically recommended by the manufacturer is used, it is your
responsibility to ensure that it is safe for you and others. You should also ensure
the machine will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operation, maintenance,
or repair procedures you choose. Modifications or adaptations to the machine are
not allowed.
Various jurisdictions have specific requirements for work zone safety. Know and
adhere to your local requirements. Treat the instructions in this manual as
minimum requirements for safe operation

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

This symbol appears at various points in the manual together with a signal word
and warning text. It means – Be alert! Your safety is involved. This symbol is
used throughout the manual to call attention to areas in which carelessness or
failure to follow specific procedures may result in personal injury or component
damage / malfunction or both.

HAZARD SERIOUSNESS LEVEL

The following signal words are found throughout the manual together
with the safety alert symbol to indicate the seriousness level of
identified hazards. Their selection is based on the consequence of
human interaction with a hazard.
DANGER! –Hazards or unsafe practices which WILL result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING! – Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result
in severe personal or death.
CAUTION! – Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in
minor personal injury or product or property damage
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