RHINO RC-12, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY
RC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-8
© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
In case of mechincal difficulty during operation, place the transmission in the park position,
set the parking brake, shut down all power, including the PTO and the engine and remove
the key. Wait until all rotating motion has stop before dismounting. (SG-39)
Do Not operate this equipment in areas where insects such as bees may attack you and/or
cause you to lose control of the equipment. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor
with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to prevent insects from entering. If a tractor cab is not
available, wear suitable clothing including head, face, and hand protection to shield you from the insects.
Attacking insects can cause you to lose control of the tractor, which can result in serious injury or death to you
or bystanders. Never dismount a moving tractor.
(SG-40)
Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial
lighting. Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least
100 yards in front and to the sides of the tractor and mower. Make sure that you can clearly see and identify
passersby, steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, debris and foreign objects. If
you are unable to clearly see these type of items discontinue mowing.
(SGM-1)
The rotating parts of this machine have been designed and tested for rugged use.
However, the blades could fail upon impact with heavy, solid objects such as metal guard
rails and concrete structures. Such impact could cause the broken objects to be thrown outward at very high
velocities. To reduce the possibility of property damage, serious injury, or even death, never allow the cutting
blades to contact such obstacles.
(SGM-4)
Extreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects such
as gravel, rocks, wire, and other debris. Inspect the area before
mowing. Foreign objects should be removed from the site to prevent machine damage
and/or bodily injury or even death. Any objects that cannot be removed must be clearly
marked and carefully avoided by the operator. Stop mowing immediately if blades strike a
foreign object. Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is balanced
before resuming mowing.
(SGM-5)
Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the
operating parts of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at
greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result in serious injury
or even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing. Remove any like object from the site.
Never allow the cutting blades to contact such items.
(SGM-6)
Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. Safe
mowing speed depends on terrain condition and grass type, density, and height of cut.
Normal ground speed range is from 0 to 5 mph. Use slow mowing speeds when operating on or near steep
slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be
avoided.
(SGM-7)