Operating Equipment Safely - Progressive Turf Equipment Pro-Flex 120 Operators Manual And Parts Lists

OPERATING EQUIPMENT SAFELY

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Never allow persons to stand between power unit and mower while backing
power unit up to hitch the mower.
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Before hitching mower to power unit, place transmission in neutral, set park
brake, and turn engine off. Remove the ignition key.
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Make sure locking collar on PTO shaft is properly locked. If the PTO shaft comes
off during operation, personal injury or equipment damage could result.
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Tall grass can hide obstacles. Carefully walk the entire area to be mowed
beforehand. Look for debris, rocks, tree limbs etc. that will damage or be thrown
by the mower blades. Identify objects that cannot be removed. Set mower cutting
height to avoid contact.
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Ensure that no bystanders are within 10 ft of mower when wing transport locks
are released.
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Keep all bystanders well away from the machine when it is operating. Always
maintain a safe operating distance from personnel, other equipment, or vehicles.
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Never operate the mower with deflectors or guards removed.
Mower blades can cause small objects and debris to be
thrown from under the mower deck at high speeds, up to 300
ft away. Objects ejected by the mower blades can cause
severe injury.
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Never tamper with safety devices or operate the mower with them removed.
Check proper operation regularly.
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Always disengage PTO, place all controls in neutral, turn power unit off, set
parking brake, and remove key before dismounting, for any reason.
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Never place hands or feet under mower deck when the mower is operating or
power unit engine is running.
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Disengage the PTO when crossing gravel areas or roadways.
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Disengage the PTO and turn power unit off upon striking any object. Inspect
mower and repair any damage before continuing.
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If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally during operation, stop the
mower, shut down power unit, and immediately check for the cause. Excess
vibration is generally an indication of a problem. Replace bent or damaged parts,
do not attempt to straighten a bent blade.
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Use extreme care when operating on uneven terrain.
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Reduce speed when operating on slopes during wet conditions, especially when
making sharp turns.
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Do not use the mower in limited visibility (e.g. at dusk, in fog, heavy rain etc.).
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Disengage PTO and ensure blades are completely stopped before raising wings.
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Ensure wing and deck safety locks are securely engaged before transporting
mower with wings in raised position.
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Mower is not intended for transport on public roadways.
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