BEFCO C30-CE5H, Operator'S Manual

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limbs and then being run over by the mower. Accidents are most likely to occur with
machines that are loaned or rented to someone who has not read the operator’s
manual and is not familiar with a rotary mower.
5. Test the safety kill switch on the mower to ensure that the mower will cut off when
key is removed.
6. Before operating, attach the kill switch rope to the operator’s belt strap and to the
towing vehicle on the front of operator’s seat.
7. Always stop the towing vehicle, set brake, shut off both the mower engine and the
towing vehicle engine, remove the ignition key and allow mower blades to come to a
complete stop before dismounting towing vehicle. Never leave equipment
unattended with the towing vehicle running.
8. Never place hands or feet under mower with engine running or before you are sure
all motion has stopped. Stay clear of all moving parts.
9. Do not allow riders on the mower or towing vehicle at any time. There is no safe
place for riders.
10. Do not operate unless all personnel, livestock and pets are at least 300 feet away to
prevent injury by thrown objects.
11. Before backing up, turn off mower engine and look behind carefully.
12. Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating.
13. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
14. This rotary mower is designed for use with all terrain vehicles (ATVs) or garden
tractors.
15. Never operate towing vehicle and mower under trees with low hanging limbs.
Operators can be knocked off the towing vehicle and then run over by the rotating
blades.
16. The rotating parts of this machine have been designed and tested for rugged use.
However, they could fail upon impact with heavy, solid objects such as steel guard
rails and concrete abutments. Such impact could cause the broken objects to be
thrown outward at very high velocities. To reduce the possibility of property damage,
serious injury, or even death, never allow the cutting blades to contact such
obstacles.
17. Frequently check mower blades. They should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks and
securely fastened.
18. Stop mower immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn mower engine off, turn
towing vehicle engine off, remove key, disconnect spark plug wire, set towing vehicle
brake and wait for all movement to stop. Inspect and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
19. Stay alert for holes, rocks and roots in the terrain and other hidden hazards. Keep
away from drop-offs.
20. Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting on
hillside, over rough ground and when operating close to ditches or fences. Be careful
when turning sharp corners.
21. Reduce speed on slopes and sharp turns to minimize tipping or loss of control. Be
careful when changing directions on slopes. Do not start or stop suddenly on slopes.
Avoid operation on steep slopes.
22. When making tight turns, do not allow pull hitch to ride up on towing vehicle tires.
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