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RISKS AND HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF GROUNDCARE MACHINERY
Risk of crushing
Observers can be injured when the machine is lowered in the cutting position. Pasture toppers
have crushing points around the hinge areas and between the three-point linkage and the
main body.
Rotating blades
Any person can risk injury by putting their hands or feet under the machine when it is lifted
from the ground and the blades are still rotating.
Risk of crushing
This risk is common in mechanical transmission devices such as belt drives, bevel gears and
rollers. Ensure that all guards are correctly fitted.
Risk when disengaging machine
The heavier a rotating part is, the longer it will continue to rotate after the wheel drive has
been disconnected. This property is called "Free-Wheeling". Rotating blades and other com-
ponents such as drive shafts, etc. will continue to rotate after the wheel drive has been disen-
gaged. Injuries occur:
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When the operator disengages the equipment and attempts to clean or adjust the ma-
chine before the components have stopped rotating.
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When the shear bolt in the PTO shaft protection breaks and the rotors continue to spin,
while the PTO has stopped. The operator's awareness is of key importance for safety
around rotating parts. Never raise the machine while the blades are still rotating.
Risk of ejected objects
Machines that cut grass eject material during operation. Foreign objects such as stones, sticks
and other debris can find their way under the machine and be ejected at great speed. Metal
guards at the sides and front prevent these objects being ejected, however, this is no guaran-
tee that they will always capture everything.
Bystanders or animals standing in the way of the discharged object may be seri-
ously injured. Never operate the machine when there are observers nearby. Respect
the equipment's RISK ZONE 15 m!
Noise
Note that the machine is intended for outdoor use and that the operator's position is the driv-
er's seat on the tractor. It is It is advisable to read the regulations set out in the tractor manual
and maintenance instructions
The sound pressure level during operation exceeds 70 dB. Hearing protection must therefore
be worn during operation.
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