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Safety
Safety
Preoperation Safety Rules
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Some illustrations in this manual show the deck with safety covers
removed in order to provide improved viewing of the particular
components being discussed.
This is for informational pur
-
poses only
--
never operate the
deck
without all covers,
shields, safety devices, and grass chute or mulching plate
installed and secure!
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of all
Lastec products. Unfortunately, our extensive efforts to provide
safe equipment can be negated by a single careless act of an
operator. In addition to the design and configuration of the deck,
hazard control and accident prevention are also dependent upon
the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of all per-
sonnel involved in the operation, transportation, maintenance, and
storage of the deck.
The best safety device is an informed,
careful operator!
We ask you to be that kind of operator.
1.5
Preoperation Safety Rules
DANGER!
NEVER allow children to operate the
deck!
NEVER
allow children on or near the deck!
NEVER
operate the deck when children are present.
ALWAYS clear area of all personnel before operating
the deck!
WARNING!
NEVER allow anyone to operate the
deck without proper instruction! Any and all operators
must be instructed in and capable of the safe opera-
tion of the deck, its attachments, and controls!
KNOW the controls and how to stop the deck quickly
in an emergency!
READ this entire manual before attempting to operate
the deck! Only allow persons who have read and
understand the entire operator's manual to operate the
deck!
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to
avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear sturdy
rough-soled work shoes, as well as protective equip-
ment for the eyes, hands, hearing and head. Never
operate the deck or related equipment in bare feet,
sandals, or sneakers.
Clear the cut area of stones, branches, balls or other
debris that may be thrown and cause injury or dam-
age.
Verify that all safety decals are properly installed, visi-
ble, and legible.
Always remove accumulated debris, fuel, or excess
grease and oil from the drive unit engine area to avoid
a fire hazard.
Verify that the deck is properly mounted, set up,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Always perform the pre-operation equipment inspec-
tion
and the appropriate maintenance schedule
(Sec
-
tion 5)
before operating the deck.
1.6
Operation Safety Rules
DANGER!
NEVER allow children to operate the
deck!
NEVER allow children on or near the deck!
NEVER
operate the deck when children are present.
ALWAYS clear area of all personnel before operating
the deck!
NEVER operate the deck without all safety covers
properly installed and in good condition!
ALWAYS stay well clear of all moving parts!
ALWAYS stay clear of blades during operation!
WARNING!
ALWAYS clear area of all personnel
before operating the deck!
Only allow persons who have read and understand the
entire operator's manual to operate the deck!
Ensure that the parking brake is set before attempting
to start the engine.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light (min.
200 Lux).
Ensure your drive unit is equipped with a ROPS
(Roll
Over Protection System)
, and ensure to wear your
seat belt.
Never operate the deck without the grass chute or
mulching plate installed and secure.
Never operate the deck unless all covers, shields, and
safety devices are installed and secure.
Never permit any person other than the operator to
ride or board the drive unit or deck at any time.
Never
allow riders!
Never allow anyone near the drive unit or deck while
operating.
Ensure that the area behind you is clear
before operating in reverse!
Never allow anyone near or in the path of discharge.
Never discharge in the direction of bystanders, vehi-
cles, or buildings.
Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or down a
hill. Avoid operating on steep slopes.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary -
and then only after careful and constant observation of
entire area behind the drive unit and deck.
Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground
speed when transporting on a hillside or over rough
ground, and when operating close to ditches, fences,
or water.
Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to mini-
mize potential tipping or loss of control. Use caution
when changing directions on slopes.
Be alert for holes in the terrain as well as any other
hidden hazard. Always drive slowly over rough
ground.
