Ransomes HIGHWAY 2130, Руководство по запасным частям и обслуживанию

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RANSOMES HIGHWAY 2130
MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL
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3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This safety symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully
read the message that follows, and inform other
operators.
3.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
•
Ensure that the instructions in this book
are read and fully understood.
• No person should be allowed to operate
this machine unless they are fully
acquainted with all the controls and the
safety procedures.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to usethis
machine. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
3.2 SAFETY SIGNS
•
It is essential all safety labels are kept
legible, if they are missing or illegible they
must be replaced. If any part of the
machine is replaced and it originally
carried a safety label, a new label must be
affixed to the replacement part. New
safety labels are obtainable from
Ransomes dealers.
3.3 STARTING THE ENGINE
•
Before starting the engine check that the
brakes are applied, drives are in neutral,
guards are in position and intact, and
bystanders are clear of the machine.
• Do not run the engine in a building without
adequate ventilation.
3.4 DRIVING THE MACHINE
•
Before moving the machine, check to
ensure that all parts are in good working
order, paying particular attention to
brakes, tyres, steering and the security of
cutting blades.
• Replace faulty silencers, mow only in
daylight or good artificial light
• Always observe the Highway Code both on
and off the roads. Keep alert and aware at
all times. Watch out for traffic when
crossing or near roadways.
• Stop the blades rotating before crossing
surfaces other than grass.
• Remember that some people are deaf or
blind and that children and animals can
be unpredictable.
• Keep travelling speeds low enough for an
emergency stop to be effective and safe
at all times, in any conditions.
• Remove or avoid obstructions in the area
to be cut, thus reducing the possibility of
injury to yourself and/or bystanders.
• When reversing, take special care to
ensure that the area behind is clear of
obstructions and/or bystanders. DO
NOT carry passengers.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their
property.
• When the machine is to be parked,
stored or left unattended, lower the
cutting means unless the transport locks
are being used.
• While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
• Check the grass catcher frequently for
wear or deterioration. After striking a
foreign object. Inspect. the lawnmower
for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the equipment.
• If the machine starts to vibrate
abnormally, check immediately.
3.5 TRANSPORTING
•
Ensure that the cutting units are
securely fastened in the transport
position. Do not transport with cutting
mechanism rotating.
• Drive the machine with due consideration
of road and surface conditions, inclines
and local undulations.
• Sudden decelerating or braking can
cause the rear wheels to lift.
• Remember that the stability of the rear of
the machine is reduced as the fuel is
used.
3.6 LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION
•
Park the machine on level ground.
• Before leaving the driving position, stop
the engine and make sure all moving
parts are stationary. Apply brakes and
disengage all drives. Remove the starter
key.