Wright Velke HYDRO PISTOL GRIP, Instruction Manual

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Do's Don'ts
Read the operators manual before attempting to operate this machine Don't disable safety switches
Use all PPE's, eye protection, ear protection and safety shoes Don't operate when lightening is seen
Ensure all safety switches are operational Don't lift with a forklift
Keep all shields and covers in place Don’t change RPM's outside of operating limits
Clean flammable material from machine Don’t tow or push
Inspect fuel system and fuel lines for cracks, leaks and dryrott Don’t operate on slopes when wet
Inspect area to be mowed for hazards Don’t leave a running machine unattended
Only operate in daylight Don’t change the engines governor setting or overspeed the engine
Mow safe distances away from drop-offs and other hazards
Don’t operate the machine wearing sandals, sneakers or any loose
fitting clothes
Maintain a safe distance from people and pets Don’t back up without being aware of what is behind the machine
Follow daily and weekly maintenance checklists
Don’t suddenly change in forward direction while machine is in a
rearward motion
Observe traffic laws while driving machine from one location to another Don’t operate a poorly maintain machine
Thoroughly inspect the machine after striking a foreign object
Don’t allow persons to operate this machine without reading the
operator manuals
Turn off blades when not mowing
Don’t put hands or feet under any part of the machine while it is
running
Slow down before turning Don’t ever carry passengers
Stop engine before removing Grass Gobbler or cleaning under deck Don’t discharge material towards anyone
Use caution when loading or unloading the machine onto a truck or trailer
Don’t operate the machine if you are sick, fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs
If using a Velke Pro 1, X2 or SuperPro attachment, you must step off of
the attachment when backing.
WARNING
This symbol with the word “WARNING”
indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
1.2 General Safety Rules
The Wright Velke Hydro Pistol Grip is designed with your safety in mind. It has the following safety
systems with which should become familiar:
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The warning decals on the mower including the parking brake and general warning decal.
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Do not disable any of the safety features.
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The blade switch must be “Off” before starting the engine.
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You must have your hand holding down the handle bar safety arm to engage the blades.
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If you let go of the handle bars while the blades are running the engine will stop and the blades will
brake in seconds.
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If using a Velke Pro 1, X2 or SuperPro attachment, you must step off of the attachment when backing.
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Spring loaded chute deflector will help reduce trajectory of thrown objects.
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Belt/Pulley covers on cutter deck.
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Low center of gravity (CG) to improve stability on hills.
1.2.1 Do’s and Don’ts
1.2.2 Warnings!
These warnings are provided to improve safety and should be carefully read before using or maintaining
the machine.
CAUTION
This symbol with the word “CAUTION”
indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.