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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
A careful operator is the best operator. Most accidents can be avoided by observing certain safety
precautions. Read and understand these precautions before operating the Front Mounted Mower.
This equipment should be operated only by those who have been trained in its safe use.
THE MOWER
Know and understand all mower instructions and
Safety Precautions before assembly, service, or
operation. Also read and understand all Safety
Precautions in the Tractor Operators Manual.
Keep the tractor and mower in good operating
condition at all times. Always keep all shields
and guards securely in place.
Make sure all fastening hardware is properly
tightened before operating the tractor and
mower.
Keep all Safety Decals clean and free of dirt and
grime. Always replace any Safety Decals that
become damaged, lost, painted over, or
otherwise become illegible. Replace all Safety
Decals when repainting the cutter
MOWER OPERATION
DO NOT permit anyone but the operator to ride
on the tractor and mower. There is no safe place
on this equipment for passengers.
Clear the area of all visible debris before
beginning mowing operations.
Mow only during daylight hours, or when the
area is well lit artificially.
To avoid loss of control, and to prevent
overturning the tractor and mower, always mow
up and down slopes, never across. DO NOT
operate on steep slopes.
Always slow down when turning.
Always keep mower discharge directed away
from people or animals, which could be injured,
and away from objects that could be damaged
by debris thrown by the mowing blades.
To avoid the possibility of injury from flying
debris, NEVER operate the mower raised into
the transport position.
Slop and inspect all parts of the mower after
striking any foreign object. Repair any damage
before resuming mowing operations.
Disengage power to the mower and make sure
the area behind the tractor and mower is clear
before backing up.
The operator should NEVER leave the tractor
seat with the mower blades rotating, with the
tractor in motion, or when the tractor engine is
running.
Always be alert for vehicle traffic when crossing
or mowing near roadways. Avoid bystanders
when mowing on or near public facilities.
THE TRACTOR
Always use an approved Roll Over Protective
Structure (ROPS) and Seat Belt for safe
operation. Overturning a tractor, without a
ROPS, can result in serious injury or death. If
your tractor is not equipped with a ROPS and
Seat Belt, see your SHIBAURA Dealer.
ALWAYS wear the seat belt on ROPS equipped
tractors. DO NOT use a seat belt if the tractor
ROPS has been removed. NEVER allow an
open flame near the fuel tank or tractor battery.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL
IT
MEANS:
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
