Safety Rules - Woods RD990XE Operator's Manual

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products.
Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an
operator's single careless act.
In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control
and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
judgement, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
It has been said "The best safety device is an informed, careful operator."
We ask you to be that kind of operator.
TRAINING
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Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit
manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replacement
manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate your near-
est dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.eu, or call +32
10 301111 in Belgium.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in
serious injury or death.
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Know your controls and how to stop engine and attachment quickly in an
emergency.
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If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, see
your dealer.
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Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the
equipment, its attachments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to operate this
equipment without proper instructions.
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Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.
PREPARATION
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Check that all hardware is properly installed. Always tighten to torque
chart specifications unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
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Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in
moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment
for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where
appropriate.
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Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operat-
ing condition.
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Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated
firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.
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Make sure driveline guard tether chains are attached to the tractor and
equipment as shown in the pamphlet that accompanies the driveline. Replace if
damaged or broken. Check that driveline guards rotate freely on driveline
before putting equipment into service.
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Connect PTO driveline directly to power unit PTO shaft. Never use
adapter sleeves or adapter shafts. Adapters can cause driveline failures due to
incorrect spline or incorrect operating length and can result in personal injury or
death.
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Before starting power unit, check all equipment driveline guards for dam-
age. Replace any damaged guards. Make sure all guards rotate freely on all
drivelines. If guards do not rotate freely on drivelines, repair and replace bear-
ings before putting equipment into service.
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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.
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Remove accumulated debris from this equipment, power unit, and engine
to avoid fire hazard.
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Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety
Decals section for location.)
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Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition.
Replace if damaged.
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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 resulting in loss of steering. The weight may
be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights.
Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.
OPERATION
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Full chain shielding must be installed when operating in populated areas
or other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain 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 protective devices cannot prevent all objects from escap-
ing the blade enclosure in every mowing condition. It is possible for objects
to ricochet and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).
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Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or other hard objects that
might be thrown, causing injury or damage.
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Never direct discharge toward people, animals, or property.
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Keep bystanders away from equipment.
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Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is
running. Stay clear of all moving parts.
4 Safety

SAFETY RULES

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Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements.
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Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
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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.
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Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
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Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in
reverse.
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Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
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Do not stop, start, or change directions suddenly on slopes.
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Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough terrain.
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Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation.
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Stop power unit and implement immediately upon striking an obstruction.
Dismount power unit, using proper procedure. Inspect and repair any damage
before resuming operation.
TRANSPORTATION
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Use additional caution and reduce speed when under adverse surface
conditions, turning, or on inclines.
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Do not operate PTO during transport.
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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 resulting in loss of steering. The weight may
be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights.
Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.
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Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
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Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements.
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Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
MAINTENANCE
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Before working underneath, carefully read Operator's Manual instructions,
disconnect driveline, raise mower, securely block up all corners with jack-
stands, and check stability. Secure blocking prevents equipment from dropping
due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic system failures, or mechanical compo-
nent failures.
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Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the equip-
ment or any of its components in any way.
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Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in
moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment
for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where
appropriate.

Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operat-
ing condition.
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Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjust-
ments, service, or maintenance.
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Make certain all movement of equipment components has stopped before
approaching for service.
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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
unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Operator's Manual
instructions for working underneath and blocking requirements or have work
done by a qualified dealer.
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Frequently check blades. They should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks,
and securely fastened.
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Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling may
result in serious injury.
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Your dealer can supply genuine replacement blades. Substitute blades
may not meet original equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
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Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque chart specifications. Check
that all cotter pins are installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe condi-
tion before putting unit into service.
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Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety
Decals section for location.)
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Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition.
Replace if damaged.
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Wear gloves when installing belt. Be careful to prevent fingers from being
caught between belt and pulley.
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Use care when installing or removing belt from spring-loaded idler. Springs
store energy when extended and, if released suddenly, can cause personal
injury.
STORAGE
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Follow manual instructions for storage.
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Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.
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