Foreign Debris Hazards; 2008 Alamo Group Inc - Alamo SL60 Operator's Manual

Skid steer rotary mower

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Perform turns with the skid steer and mower at

slow speeds to determine how the skid steer han-

dles a turn. Determine the safe speed to maintain

proper control of the skid steer when making turns.

When turning with an attached mower, the overall

working length of the unit is increased. Allow addi-

tional clearance for the mower when making turns.

OPS-SS-0009

To avoid overturns, drive the skid steer with care and at safe speeds, especially when operating over rough

ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and turning corners. Use extreme caution when operating on steep slopes.

Travel at a slow speed when going downhill. DO NOT coast or free-wheel downhill.

When operating the tractor and mower across slopes and inclines, through ditches, and other uneven terrain

conditions, it is important to maintain sufficient deck to ground clearance. Blade contact with the ground may

cause soil, rocks and other debris to be thrown out from under the mower resulting in possible injury and/or

property damage. Blades hitting the ground also produces a severe shock load on the mower and to the

mower blades resulting in possible damage and premature wear.

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.

9.1 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

OPS-SS-0010

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OPERATION

Remove all

from

contacting

them.

Operation Section 4-23

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