8999070: v3 03/09/2018
Page 2.4 of 2.6 pages
Original instructions (ENGLISH)
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2.5
Personal Protective Equipment
In general it is necessary to wear suitable clothing for the work to be carried out. In particular, as far as rotary mowing
use, obey the following provisions:
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It is mandatory
to use clothing which is as suitable as possible, meaning not too loose and without any protruding or
moving parts (for example ties or necklaces). Do not wear belts, rings and chains. Always use sturdy safety footwear.
Long hair must be tied using a specific cap.
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It is mandatory
to use protective goggles or a mask before proceeding with the work in order to protect the face and
eyes from vegetable fragments which may be projected outwards during rotary mowing.
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It is mandatory
to use protective muffs in order to safeguard hearing from noise from the equipment during work.
2.6
Ecology and pollution
DANGER!
Comply with laws in force in the country the machine is being used in regarding use and
disposal of products employed in cleaning and servicing the machine, and comply with the instructions
issued by the manufacturer of said products and featured in the warnings on the relevant packaging.
Keep products used for cleaning and maintenance out of reach of children.
2.6.1
Disposal
When the time comes to scrap the machine, it must be disposed of through a suitable rubbish tip, in compliance with
current legislation. Before scrapping, sort the machine’s components into plastic or rubber parts, electrical and
electronic material.
Parts made entirely from plastic, aluminium or steel can be recycled when collected by special recycling centres.
Collect up waste oil and dispose of it through relevant collection centres.
DANGER!
Waste oil qualifies as hazardous waste according to current law and, as such, must not
be released into the environment; it should be recovered and disposed of through suitable collection
centres.
You must contact the relevant environment agency in your country for the collection of waste oil.
2.7
Safe use
NOTE:
All references to ‘tractor’ equally apply to any power sources used to drive the machine.
WARNING!
All guards must be correctly fitted. Always ensure that all guards are in position, properly fitted
and properly maintained. Do not attempt to operate the machine before making this check each time the
machine is used.
WARNING!
Fit the Power Take Off (P.T.O) shaft guard & check chains. P.T.O guard check chains must
always be attached to a suitable point on the tractor and machine to prevent movement of the outer plastic
shields.
WARNING!
Beware of bystanders and animals. Before starting the tractor engine and moving off, check that
it is safe to do so. Never operate the machine with bystanders or animals near or on the machine or tractor.
Never stand in or walk through the flow of any material being discharged. Never stand between tractor wheels
and the machine.
WARNING!
Always operate safely. Never operate the machine without maintaining full control of the tractor.
WARNING!
Never wear loose fitting or ragged clothing. Avoid injury - always wear clothing which cannot get
caught in machinery.
WARNING!
Never operate the machine with any parts missing. Check the machine regularly for loose or
damaged parts. Pay particular attention to the condition of all safety guards. Always use genuine Spearhead
Machinery replacement parts in the interest of safety. Failures caused by the use of unapproved replacement
parts will not be covered by our warranty, nor will any liability be accepted for damages or injury thus incurred.
