Safety Rules - Woods RC3.5 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 preven-
tion are dependent upon the awareness, con-
cern, prudence, and proper training of personnel
involved in the operation, transport, mainte-
nance, 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
 Safety instructions are important! Read all
attachment and power unit manuals; follow all
safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace-
ment manuals and safety decals are available from
your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check
the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,
or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-
6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules
can result in serious injury or death.
 If you do not understand any part of this manual
and need assistance, see your dealer.
 Know your controls and how to stop engine and
attachment quickly in an emergency.
 Operators must be instructed in and be capable
of the safe operation of the equipment, its attach-
ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to
operate this equipment without proper instruc-
tions.
 Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
PREPARATION
 Check that all hardware is properly installed.
Always tighten to torque chart specifications
unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
 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 operating condition.
 Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
Single Spindle Cutter LD/MD (Rev. 10/27/2006)

SAFETY RULES

 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.
 Before starting power unit, check all equipment
driveline guards for damage. Replace any damaged
guards. Make sure all guards rotate freely on all
drivelines. If guards do not rotate freely on drive-
lines, repair and replace bearings before putting
equipment into service.
 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.
 Inspect chain, rubber, or steel band shielding
before each use. Replace if damaged.
 Remove accumulated debris from this equip-
ment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.
 Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
 Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-
aged.
 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 result-
ing in loss of steering. The weight may be attained
with front wheel weights, ballast in tires, front trac-
tor weights or front loader. Weigh the tractor and
equipment. Do not estimate.
 Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing
injury or damage.
OPERATION
 To avoid damage to cutter or driveline, make
sure driveline holder is properly stored before
operation.
 Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-
ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-
ing equipment.
 Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must
be installed when operating in populated areas or
other areas where thrown objects could injure peo-
ple or damage property.
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