Safety Information - Tru-Turf GR11000D Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety is of the utmost importance when operating
turf equipment.
To ensure safe operation of the GR11000D Golf Greens
Roller, please follow the safety guidelines.
• Always make a pre-operation inspection before you
start the engine. If this procedure is not carried out
damage to property or personnel may occur.
• Keep children, pets and inexperienced personnel
away from the machine. This machine should only be
operated by trained and skilled personnel - check with
your supervisor if you are unsure.
• Know how to stop the engine when in motion. Read
and understand engine manufacturers manual, as
supplied.
• Never permit inexperienced operators to use the
machine. This machine requires certain knowledge
and expertise to operate it; you must be a trained
person to use this machine. Unskilled persons can
harm themselves and others if they operate this
machine.
• Do not use in enclosed areas unless well ventilated.
Carbon monoxide gases are dangerous if inhaled, it
can cause death; use the machine outdoors.
• When transporting the roller, make sure the trailer
lock down mechanism is secure to prevent premature
release of the catch. If the trailer catch is not correctly
engaged while towing and releases accidentally, the
front of the roller can drop and dig into the ground,
causing the machine to move dangerously in any
direction causing bodily injury. When carrying out
maintenance ensure the catch is engaged correctly;
if it is not the trailer arm could fl y up making contact
with a person(s) causing serious injury.
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• When engine is running, always keep hands and loose
clothing away from rotating shafts, chains and sprockets in
the transmission area. If hair, clothing or loose objects become
entangled on a rotating shaft serious bodily injury could
occur. Stop engine before opening safety cover fi tted to the
transmission area.
• Never ride on the machine when machine is being towed.
Operator, remember it is your responsibility to be aware of
your surroundings. To avoid accidents, think safe and
operate safe.
TRU-TURF GR11000D Golf Greens Roller Manual