Safety Information - Tru-Turf RS48-11D Manual

Safety Information

Safety Information
Safety is of the utmost importance when operating
turf equipment.
To ensure safe operation of the RS48-11D Roll 'n' Spike
& RS48-11DB Golf Green Roller, please follow the
following 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 come in contact with
the ground, causing the machine to move dangerously
in any direction, this could cause bodily injury. When
carrying out maintenance ensure the catch is engaged
correctly; if it is not the trailer arm could fl y up making
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contact with a person(s) causing serious injury.
• 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 RS48-11D USA Roll 'n' Spike & RS48-11DB Golf Greens Roller Manual