GB-7
RANSOMES MASTIFF 91
SAFETY, OPERATORS, MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL
TRANSPORTING
Do not transport with cutting mechanism rotating.
Operate the machine with due consideration of
road and surface conditions, inclines and local
undulations.
LEAVING THE OPERATING POSITION
Park the machine on level ground. Before leaving
the operating position, stop the engine and make
sure all moving parts are stationary. Disengage all
drives. When the machine is to be parked, stored
or left unattended, lower the cutting units unless
the transport locks are being used.
SLOPES
TAKE EXTRA CARE WHEN WORKING ON
SLOPES
Local undulations and sinkage will change the
general slope. Avoid ground conditions which can
cause the machine to slide. Keep machine speeds
low on slopes and during tight turns.
Ratchet driven machines free-wheel on downhill
slopes. Remember there is no such thing as a
"safe" slope. Travel on grass slopes requires
particular care, to guard against overturning.
BLOCKED CUTTING CYLINDER
Stop the engine and make sure all moving parts
are stationary. Apply brakes and disengage all
drives.
Release blockages with care. Keep all parts of the
body away from the cutting edge. Beware of
energy in the drive which can cause rotation when
the blockage is released.
Keep other people away from the cutting unit.
ADJUSTMENTS, LUBRICATION AND
MAINTENANCE
Read all the appropriate servicing instructions. Use
only the replacement parts supplied by the original
manufacturer.
When adjusting the cutting cylinders take care not
to get hands and feet trapped when rotating
cylinder. Make sure that other people are not
touching the cutting unit.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer and battery free of grass, leaves or
excessive grease. Replace worn or damaged
parts for safety.
When working underneath lifted parts or machines,
make sure adequate support is provided.
Do not dismantle the machine without releasing or
restraining forces which can cause parts to move
suddenly.
Do not alter engine speed above maximum quoted
in Engine Specification. Operating the engine at
excessive speed may increase the hazard of
personal injury.
