Foreign Debris Hazards; Bystanders/Passersby Precautions - Bush Hog 2215R1 Operator's Manual

Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the
operating parts of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at
greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result
in serious injury or even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing.
Remove any like object from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to contact such
items.

11.1 Foreign Debris Hazards

Before mowing, inspect the area to make sure
there are no foreign objects that the mower blades
could hit or become entangled with.
foreign objects and debris. If objects are too big to
remove, mark them clearly and be sure to prevent
the mower blades from contacting them. If you hit
a solid object or foreign debris, stop the mower
and tractor at once. Immediately idle the engine
speed and disengage the PTO. Wait for all mower
rotating motion to stop, then raise the mower and
move the tractor and implement off the object.
Inspect the area and remove, or mark the location
of the debris. Inspect the condition of the mower
and make any needed repairs immediately. Make
sure the blades are not damaged and the carrier is
balanced before resuming operation.
Always wear your seat belt securely fastened and
only operate the tractor and mower with the ROPS
in the raised position. If the tractor or mower hits
atree stump, rock, or bump, a sudden movement
could throw you off of the seat and under the
tractor and/or mower. The seat belt is your best
protection from falling off the tractor and the ROPS
provides protection from being crushed during a
tractor roll-over. OPS-R-0023

11.2 Bystanders/Passersby Precautions

If a bystander comes within 300 feet of the tractor while the mower is being operated, stop the tractor at once,
idle the engine and disengage the PTO. Do not engage the PTO again until all bystanders are well past
the 300 foot distance. OPS-R-0024
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OPERATION
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Operation Section 4-34
Remove Foreign Material
Raise Mower over solid objects