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Section 3: Operating Instructions
FDR2572 & FDR2584 and Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers 310-262M
Table of Contents
5/04/12
Transporting
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WARNING
When traveling on public roads, use accessory lights, SMV
sign, clean reflectors, and other adequate devices to warn
operators in other vehicles of your presence. Always comply
with all federal, state, and local laws.
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WARNING
Do not exceed maximum transport speed of 20 MPH with
mower attached. The mower tires can become damaged if
traveling above 20 MPH and it is possible to lose steering
control. Some rough terrain require a slower speed.
1.
When raising mower to transport position, be sure
driveline does not contact tractor or mower. Adjust
and set tractor’s 3-point hitch lift height so that the
PTO shaft does not contact mower deck in the fully
raised position.
2.
Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning
and leave enough clearance so the mower does not
contact obstacles such as buildings, trees, or fences.
3.
Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
one area to another.
4.
When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely. A
slow moving vehicle sign should always be properly
displayed when traveling on public roads or right-of
ways.
5.
Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over
rough or hilly terrain.
Safety Information
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DANGER
Keep others away from the mower while it is operating.
Grooming Mowers have the ability to discharge objects at
high speeds causing serious injury or death. Stop blade
rotation if bystanders are nearby!
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DANGER
Tractor PTO shield, Gearbox shaft shield and driveline
shields must be secured in place when operating mower to
avoid injury or death from entanglement in driveline!
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DANGER
Do not operate mower with a bent or broken driveline. Such a
driveline can break apart while rotating at high speeds
causing serious injury or death. Always remove mower from
service until damaged driveline is repaired or replaced.
NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising mower
to transport position.
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DANGER
Do not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhooking
driveline or while someone is standing near the driveline. A
person’s body and/or clothing can become entangled in the
driveline resulting in serious injury or death.
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DANGER
Always disconnect main driveline from tractor PTO before
servicing underside of mower. PTO can be engaged if tractor
is started causing mower damage, bodily injury or death.
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DANGER
All V-belt guards must be in good working condition and
installed while PTO is engaged. Never allow fingers, hands, or
other body extremities to come near a moving V-belt or pulley.
Doing so can result in server bodily injury or death.
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DANGER
Never place hands or feet under the deck or attempt to make
adjustments to the mower with PTO engaged. Mower blades
rotating at high speeds cannot be seen and are located close
to the deck housing. Body extremities can be cut off instantly.
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DANGER
Never allow riders including children on the tractor or mower.
They can fall and be ran over, become entangled in rotating
components, and/or pinched by moving components causing
serious injury or death.
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DANGER
Do not operate on or travel across steep inclines where a
tractor or mower could roll-over resulting in serious injury or
death. Consult your tractor’s manual for acceptable inclines
the tractor is capable of traveling across.
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DANGER
Clear area to be cut of debris and unforeseen removable
objects before mowing. Mark any potential hazards that
cannot be removed such as dirt mounds, tree stumps, posts,
large rocks, holes, and drop-offs with a visible flag.
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DANGER
Always disengage PTO before lifting mower up and never
operate mower in the raised position. The mower can
discharge objects at high speeds resulting in injury or death.
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DANGER
Do not use mower as a working platform. The mower is not
properly designed or guarded for this use. Using mower as a
working platform can cause serious injury or death.
