Operating Equipment Safely - Progressive Turf Equipment TD92 Operator's Manual

TD92 Operator's Manual

OPERATING EQUIPMENT SAFELY

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Never allow persons to stand between power unit and mower while
backing power unit up to hitch the mower.
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Before hitching mower to power unit, place transmission in neutral,
set park brake, and turn engine off. Remove the ignition key.
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Make sure locking collar on PTO shaft is properly locked. If the
PTO shaft comes off during operation, personal injury or
equipment damage could result.
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Tall grass can hide obstacles. Carefully walk the entire area to be
mowed beforehand. Look for debris, rocks, tree limbs etc. that will
damage or be thrown by the mower blades. Identify objects that
cannot be removed. Set mower cutting height to avoid contact.
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Disengage the PTO when crossing gravel areas or roadways.
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Disengage the PTO and turn power unit off upon striking any
object. Inspect mower and repair any damage before continuing.
Mower blades can cause small objects and debris to be thrown
from under the mower deck at high speeds, up to 300 ft away.
Objects ejected by the mower blades can cause severe injury.
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If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally during
operation, stop the mower, shut down power unit, and immediately
check for the cause. Excess vibration is generally an indication of a
problem. Replace bent or damaged parts, do not attempt to
straighten a bent blade.
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Ensure that no bystanders are within 10 ft of mower when wing
transport locks are released.
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Keep all bystanders well away from the machine when it is
operating. Always maintain a safe operating distance from
personnel, other equipment, or vehicles.
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Never operate the mower with shields or guards removed.
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Never tamper with safety devices or operate the mower with them
removed. Check proper operation regularly.
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Always disengage PTO, place all controls in neutral, turn power
unit off, set parking brake, and remove key before dismounting, for
any reason.
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Never place hands or feet under mower deck when the mower is
operating or power unit engine is running.
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Use extreme care when operating on uneven terrain.
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Reduce speed when operating on slopes during wet conditions,
especially when making sharp turns.
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Do not use the mower in limited visibility (e.g. at dusk, in fog,
heavy rain etc.). Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Disengage PTO and ensure blades are completely stopped before
raising wings.
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Ensure deck safety locks are securely engaged before transporting
mower with wings in raised position.
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Be aware of over-head obstacles such as trees, building
overhangs when transporting mower.
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