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RANSOMES GANG MOWERS
SPORTCUTTER Mk11, MAGNA Mk13
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 af
fi
xed 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 arti
fi
cial light
•
Always observe the Highway Code both
on and off the roads. Keep alert and
aware at all times. Watch out for traf
fi
c
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.
