Tar River BDR-135, Operator'S Manual

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Drum Mower BDR - 135,165, 185
How to install Safety Signs:
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Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
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Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
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Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.
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Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky back-
ing in place.
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Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in place.
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Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of decal backing paper.
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Carefully study and understand this manual.
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Do not wear loose - fitting clothing, which may catch in moving parts.
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Always wear protective clothing and substantial shoes.
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Assure that all tires are inflated evenly.
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Give the unit a visual inspection for any loose bolts, worn parts or cracked welds, and make necessary re-
pairs. Follow the maintenance safety instructions included with this manual.
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Be sure that there are no tools lying on or in the equipment.
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Do not use the unit until you are sure that the area is clear, especially of children and animals.
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Don ’ t hurry the learning process or take the unit for granted. Ease into it and become familiar with your
new equipment.
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Practice operation of your equipment and its attachments. Completely familiarize yourself and other opera-
tors with its operation before using.
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Use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protection System (ROPS) and fasten your seat belt prior to start-
ing engine.
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The manufacturer does not recommend usage of tractor with ROPS removed.
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Move tractor wheels to the widest recommended settings to increase stability.
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Securely attach to towing unit. Use a high strength, appropriately sized hitch pin with a mechanical retainer
and attach safety chain.
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Do not allow anyone to stand between the tongue or hitch and the towing vehicle when backing up to the
equipment.
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Do not use the unit until you are sure that the area is clear, especially of children and animals.
Before Operation
Important Safety Information