Fuerst FB42, Operator'S Manual

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Safety Section 1-7
FB42 08/01
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY
SAFETY
DANGER! Operate the Tractor and/or Implement controls only while properly seated in the Tractor seat with
the seat belt securely fastened around you. Inadvertent movement of the Tractor or Implement may
cause serious injury or death.
(SG-29)
WARNING! Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting.
Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least 100 yards in front
and to the sides of the tractor and mower. Make sure that you can clearly see and identify passersby,
steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, debris and foreign objects.
If you are unable to clearly see this type of items discontinue mowing.
(SGM-1)
DANGER! There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this
Mower. REMEMBER! This machine is often operated in heavy brush
and in heavy weeds. The Blades of this Mower can throw objects if
shields are not properly installed and maintained. Serious injury or
even death may occur unless care is taken to insure the safety of the
operator, bystanders, or passersby in the area. Do not operate this
machine with anyone in the immediate area. Stop mowing if anyone
is within 100 yards of mower.
(SGM-2)
DANGER! All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including
(but not limited to) - the Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel
Guards, Gearbox Shields, PTO integral shields , and
Retractable Door Shields should be used and maintained
in good working condition. All safety devices should be
inspected carefully at least daily for missing or broken
components. Missing, broken, or worn items must be
replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or
death from thrown objects, entanglement, or blade
contact.
(SGM-3)
DANGER! The rotating parts of this machine have been designed and tested for rugged use. However,
the blades could fail upon impact with heavy, solid objects such as metal guard rails and
concrete structures. 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.
(SGM-4)
WARNING! Extreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects such
as gravel, rocks, wire, and other debris. Inspect the area before
mowing. Foreign objects should be removed from the site to prevent
machine damage and/or bodily injury or even death. Any objects that
cannot be removed must be clearly marked and carefully avoided by
the operator. Stop mowing immediately if blades strike a foreign
object. Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is
balanced before resuming mowing.
(SGM-5)
WARNING! 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.
(SGM-6)