Barrier Mower RI 60-80
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SAFETY
This machine has the potential to be extremely dangerous - in the wrong hands
it can kill or maim; it is therefore imperative that both owner and operator of the
machine reads and understands the following section to ensure they are fully
aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and their responsibilities
surrounding the use and operation of the machine. The operator of this machine
is responsible not only for their own safety but equally for the safety of others
who may come into the close proximity of the machine, as the owner you are
responsible for both.
All operators must be fully competent in the use of this machine and also the
machine to which it is attached and must read and understand the operation
manuals for both machines before attempting to attach or operate this
equipment.
When the machine is not in use it should be lowered to rest on the ground. In the
event of any fault being detected with the machine’s operation it must be
stopped immediately and not used again until the fault has been corrected by a
qualified technician.
Potential Dangers associated with the use of this machine
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Being hit by debris thrown by rotating components.
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Being hit by machine parts ejected through damage during use.
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Being caught in other moving parts i.e.: belts, pulleys and cutting heads.
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Being hit by cutting heads or machine arms as they move.
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Becoming trapped between tractor and machine when hitching or unhitching.
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Tractor overbalancing when machine arm is extended.
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Injection of high-pressure oil from hydraulic hoses or couplings.
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Machine overbalancing when freestanding (out of use).
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Road traffic accidents due to collision or debris on the road.
Additional Safety Advice
Training
Operators need to be competent and fully capable of operating this machine in a safe
and efficient way prior to attempting to use it in any public place. We advise therefore
that the prospective operator make use of relevant training courses available such as
those run by the Agricultural Training Board, Agricultural Colleges, Dealers and
GreenTec.
Working in Public Places
When working in public places such as roadsides, consideration should be paid to
others in the vicinity. Stop the machine immediately when pedestrians, cyclists and
horse riders etc. pass. Restart only when they are at a distance that causes no risk to
their safety.
