Tiger JD 5065 / 5085 - 5105M, Mounting And Operating Instructions

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OPERATION
SIDE ROTARY Operation Section 3-23
© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
TION
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-06)
8.1 Foreign Debris Hazards
Before mowing, inspect the area to make sure
there are no foreign objects that the mower blades
could hit or become entangled with. Remove all
foreign objects and debris. If objects are too big to
remove, mark them clearly and be sure to prevent
the mower blades from contacting them.
If you hit a solid object or foreign debris, stop the
mower and tractor at once. Immediately idle the
engine speed. Wait for all mower rotating motion to
stop, then raise the mower and move the tractor
and implement off the object. Inspect the area and
remove, or mark the location of the debris. Inspect
the condition of the mower and make any needed
repairs immediately. Make sure the blades are not
damaged and the carrier is balanced before
resuming operation.
Always wear your seat belt securely fastened and
only operate the tractor and mower with the ROPS
in the raised position. If the tractor or mower hits a
tree stump, rock, or bump, a sudden movement
could throw you off of the seat and under the
tractor and/or mower. The seat belt is your best
protection from falling off the tractor and the ROPS
provides protection from being crushed during a
tractor roll-over.
OPS-R-208
Remove Foreign Material
Raise Mower over solid objects
8.2 Bystanders/Passersby Precautions
If a bystander comes within 300 feet of the tractor while the mower is being operated, stop the tractor at once,
stop the mower and idle the tractor engine. Do not engage the mower again until all bystanders are well past
the 300 foot distance.
OPS-R-209