Safety - Gravely Rapid XZ Series Owner's Manual

NOTE: To locate your nearest Gravely dealer, go to
www.gravely.com on the internet
WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments
can cause serious injury.
2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the
manuals.
WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of
amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the safety
instructions in the manuals and on decals could
result in serious injury or death.
Slopes are a major factor related to
loss-of-control and tip-over accidents.
Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Never assume
that children will remain where you last saw
them.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive, handle with care.
Disengage attachment, stop unit and engine,
remove key, engage parking brake, and allow
moving parts to stop before leaving operator's
position.
SAFETY ALERT SYSTEM
These are safety alert symbols. They mean:
• ATTENTION!
• YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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When you see this symbol:
• BECOME ALERT!
• OBEY THE MESSAGE!
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SIGNAL WORDS
The safety alert symbols above and signal words below are
used on decals and in this manual.
Read and understand all safety messages.
DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in
death or serious injury.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT
in death or serious injury.
3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. Do
not operate unit unless all controls function as described
in this manual.
4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance, and
adjustments.
5. Fill out Product Registration Card and return the card to
Ariens Company or go to www.gravely.com.

SAFETY

CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
NOTATIONS
NOTE: General reference information for proper operation
and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information required to
prevent damage to unit or attachment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working precautions, for
the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and follow all
safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and the
possibility of minor, moderate, or serious injury or death.
Learn applicable rules and laws in your area, including those
that may restrict the age of the operator.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on
safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone
other than original purchaser (loaned, rented or sold),
ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety
training before operation.
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