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IMPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS* CONCERNING

EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND OPERATIONS.

*(This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of the following federal laws and

regulations. It is not intended as a legal interpretation of the laws and should not be considered as such).

U.S. Public Law 91-596 (The Williams-Steiger Occupational and Health Act of 1970) OSHA

This Act Seeks:
“...to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation safe and healthful working
conditions and to preserve our human resources...”

DUTIES

Sec. 5 (a) Each employer—

(1) shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment

which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause
death or serious physical harm to his employees;

(2)  shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under

this Act.

(b) Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards

and all rules, regulations and orders issued pursuant to this Act which are
applicable to his own actions and conduct.

OSHA Regulations
Current OSHA regulations state in part: “At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter, the
employer shall instruct every employee in the safe operation and servicing of all equipment with which the
employee is, or will be involved.” These will include (but are not limited to) instructions to:

Keep all guards in place when the machine is in operation;

Permit no riders on equipment;

Stop engine, disconnect the power source, and wait for all machine movement to stop before 
servicing, adjusting, cleaning or unclogging the equipment, except where the machine must be
running to be properly serviced or maintained, in which case the employer shall instruct employees
as to all steps and procedures which are necessary to safely service or maintain the equipment.

Make sure everyone is clear of machinery before starting the engine, engaging power, or operating 
the machine.

Child Labor Under 16 Years Old
Some regulations specify that no one under the age of 16 may operate power machinery. It is your
responsibility to know what these regulations are in your own area or situation. (Refer to U.S. Dept. of
Labor, Employment Standard Administration, Wage & Home Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102.)

EMPLOYEE TRACTOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Securely fasten your seat belt if the tractor has a 

ROPS.

2. Where possible, avoid operating the tractor near 

ditches, embankments, and holes.

3. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes, and

on rough, slick, or muddy surfaces.

4. Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.

5. Watch where you are going, especially at row 

ends, on roads, and around trees.

6. Do not permit others to ride.

7. Operate the tractor smoothly - no jerky  turns, 

starts, or stops.

8. Hitch only to the drawbar and hitch points recom-

mended by tractor manufacturers.

9. When tractor is stopped, set brakes securely and 

use park lock if available.

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Summary of Contents for EFM 480

Page 1: ...OPERATION l l MAINTENANCE 04 09 Rev 1 4 00 50024642 EFM 480 600 Economy Finishing Mower Operator s Manual BUSH HOG...

Page 2: ...r we stock genuine Bush Hog parts which are manufac tured with the same precision and skill as our original equipment Our trained service per sonnel are well informed on methods required to service Bu...

Page 3: ...erator s responsibility to read the Operator s Manual to operate lubricate maintain and store the product in accordance with all instructions and safety procedures Failure of the operator to read the...

Page 4: ...allation other than cost approved by Bush Hog duty taxes charges for normal service or adjustment loss of crops or any other loss of income rental of substitute equipment expenses due to loss damage d...

Page 5: ...specifications given in Torque Chart r 6 All decals in place and readable See decal page r 7 Overall condition good i e paint welds r 8 Operators manual has been delivered to owner and he has been ins...

Page 6: ...the equipment safety signs These words are intended to alert the viewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not...

Page 7: ...y passengers 6 Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and pets The operator should cease mowing whenever anyone comes within the operating area 7 Clear the work ar...

Page 8: ...not limited to instructions to Keep all guards in place when the machine is in operation Permit no riders on equipment Stop engine disconnect the power source and wait for all machine movement to stop...

Page 9: ...lean uni form finish is desired Parallel uplift blades form a suction during operation to lift the grass before cut ting it The four caster wheel arrangement along with the floating lift linkage and o...

Page 10: ...box input shaft Shut down tractor leaving cutter in position of greatest distance SECURELYBLOCK CUTTER IN POSITION F Hold down driveline sections parallel to each other and check for minimum 6 inches...

Page 11: ...place and in good condition Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5 MAKE CERTAIN DRIVELINE YOKES ARE SECURELY FASTENED FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY L Raise cutter off ground and adjust lower lift arms...

Page 12: ...the same height 3 3 OPERATION A Perform BEFORE EACH USE maintenance list in paragraph 4 1 B Start tractor Lower cutter until it is supported by caster wheels Position tractor lower lift arms as shown...

Page 13: ...ich might indicate loose parts damaged bearings or other damage Correct any deficiency before con tinuing operation AFTER EACH USE 1 Clean all debris from machine especially under side of deck underne...

Page 14: ...Bush Hog replacement parts A Remove right and left side shields B Relieve spring tension by loosening the two 1 2 hex nuts on the spring adjustment rod Figure 4 1 C C Remove old belt D Install new be...

Page 15: ...Check all bolts for tightness Low oil in gearbox Check oil per paragraph 4 2 Rapid Blade Wear Blade contacting Adjust cutting height to cutting edge ground eliminate ground contact Cutter Vibrating C...

Page 16: ...ASSEMBLY CAUTION AFTER COMPLETING ANY ASSEMBLY STEP THOROUGHLY READ THE NEXT STEP IN THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PRO CEEDING WITH THAT STEP 11 After completing assembly thoroughly inspect the mac...

Page 17: ...on mounting brackets G If front roller is purchased install by securing the right and left roller mounts to the deck in the holes provided by using 3 8 x 1 carriage bolts flat washers lockwashers and...

Page 18: ...LIC SYSTEM RELEASE TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SHUT OFF TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE KEY SECURE TRACTOR PARKING BRAKE AND BLOCK UP OR SECURELY SUPPORT IMPLEMENT BEFORE WORKING UNDERNEATH STAND CLEAR IF...

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