Ransomes HR3806, Safety And Operation Manual

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RANSOMES HR3806 Series: DZ
SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This safety symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully
read the message that follows, and inform other
operators.
3.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Ensure that the instructions in this book are
read and fully understood.
• No person should be allowed to operate this
machine unless they are fully acquainted with
all the controls and the safety procedures.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use this machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
3.2 SAFETY SIGNS
• It is essential all safety labels are kept
legible, if they are missing or illegible they
must be replaced. If any part of the machine
is replaced and it originally carried a safety
label, a new label must be affixed to the
replacement part. New safety labels are
obtainable from Ransomes dealers.
3.3 STARTING THE ENGINE
• Before starting the engine check that the
brakes are applied, drives are in neutral,
guards are in position and intact, and
bystanders are clear of the machine.
• Do not run the engine in a building without
adequate ventilation.
3.4 DRIVING THE MACHINE
• Before moving the machine, check to ensure
that all parts are in good working order,
paying particular attention to brakes, tyres,
steering and the security of cutting blades.
• Replace faulty silencers, mow only in daylight
or good artificial light
• Always observe the Highway Code both on
and off the roads. Keep alert and aware at all
times. Watch out for traffic when crossing or
near roadways.
• Stop the blades rotating before crossing
surfaces other than grass.
• Remember that some people are deaf or
blind and that children and animals can be
unpredictable.
• Keep travelling speeds low enough for an
emergency stop to be effective and safe at
all times, in any conditions.
• Remove or avoid obstructions in the area to
be cut, thus reducing the possibility of
injury to yourself and/or bystanders.
• When reversing, take special care to
ensure that the area behind is clear of
obstructions and/or bystanders. DO NOT
carry passengers.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
• When the machine is to be parked, stored
or left unattended, lower the cutting means
unless the transport locks are being used.
• While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate
the equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals.
• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear
or deterioration. After striking a foreign
object, Inspect the lawnmower for damage
and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment.
• If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally,
check immediately.
3.5 TRANSPORTING
• Ensure that the cutting units are securely
fastened in the transport position. Do not
transport with cutting mechanism rotating.
• Drive the machine with due consideration of
road and surface conditions, inclines and
local undulations.
• Sudden decelerating or braking can cause
the rear wheels to lift.
• Remember that the stability of the rear of
the machine is reduced as the fuel is used.