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Attachment
Before Attaching the Machine
Before attachment, ALWAYS ensure the following:
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All safety guards & decals are in good working order and correctly fitted
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All blades are correctly fitted, undamaged, and not worn to excess
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Lubrication points have been lubricated as per scheduled maintenance period
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The engine oil level is correct & has been maintained as per the handbook
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Drive belt(s) are in good working order
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The tyres are free of damage and inflated to the correct pressure
Attaching the Machine
NOTE: This machine is designed to attach to the towing vehicle through a 50mm diameter ball hitch
or pin hitch.
1. Reverse the towing vehicle up to the machine.
2. Attach the machine onto th
e towing vehicle’s coupling using either the auto
-lock coupling or
suitable pin
hitch. Ensure the hitch is securely attached to the towing vehicle
3. Attach the emergency stop control box to the towing vehicle, in a secure location within easy
reach by the operator.
4. With the engine OFF, adjust the working height to a suitable level by turning the height adjuster
on top of the machine.
5. Level the machine to suit the drawbar & cutting height. This is achieved by twisting the link
connector fitted to the drawbar. When on level ground, the top face of the mower deck (where the
engine is mounted) should be approximately parallel to the ground.
Operation
NOTE:
Ensure that the operator is suitably qualified to use a machine of this nature and that they
have fully read and understood this manual - they should be aware of all safety aspects relating to
the safe use of the machine.
Prior to starting work the area to be cut should be checked for dangerous objects such as
large stones, wood, wire, glass etc.
–
hazardous objects should be removed from the area
prior to operation with the machine. The location of unmovable or natural hazards such as
drain covers should be noted, or if necessary ‘marked’, to indicate to the operator that the
area should either be avoided or additional caution adopted whilst working around the
hazard.
