Progressive Turf Equipment TDR-12, Operators Manual And Parts Lists

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SAFETY RULES
All rotary mowers are potentially dangerous machines; this mower has been designed to minimize the safety
risks to the operator, bystanders and property.
This section of the Operator’s Manual details a number of safety
rules pertaining to the operation and maintenance of Progressive Turf Equipment mowers. In order to minimize
risks and promote safety at all times, these rules must always be followed and obeyed.
Further safety rules and warning texts are given within the respective sections of this manual.
IMPORTANT!
When it comes to safety, nothing will ever replace a careful operator.
It is imperative that the operator reads and understands all the safety information in this manual before
proceeding. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death.
Proper care is your responsibility.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard. The hazard alerts
in this publication and on the product, are therefore not all inclusive. If a tool, procedure, work method, or
operating technique not specifically recommended by the manufacturer is used, it is your responsibility to
ensure that it is safe for you and others. You should also ensure the machine will not be damaged or made
unsafe by the operation, maintenance, or repair procedures you choose. Modifications or adaptations to the
machine are not allowed.
Various jurisdictions have specific requirements for work zone safety. Know and adhere to your local
requirements. Treat the instructions in this manual as minimum requirements for safe operation.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol appears at various points in the manual together with a signal word and warning
text.
It means
– Be alert! Your safety is involved.
This symbol is used throughout the
manual to call attention to areas in which carelessness or failure to follow specific
procedures may result in personal injury or component damage / malfunction or both.
HAZARD SERIOUSNESS LEVEL
The following signal words are found throughout the manual together with the safety alert
symbol to indicate the seriousness level of identified hazards. Their selection is based on the consequence of
human interaction with a hazard.
DANGER!
–Hazards or unsafe practices which WILL result in severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING!
–Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in severe personal or
death.
CAUTION!
–Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in minor personal injury or
product or property damage.