14/25/2006
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1: INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on choosing a Skid Steer Solutions Skid Sickle, Sickle Bar Mower. This mower has been
designed to be a cost effective way to side mow vegetation less than 2 inches in diameter.
Read this Operator’s Manual over carefully before operating or maintenance is performed on the double
bar mower.
Become knowledgeable in Safety, Operation, Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information. This
information is provided to ensure safe, trouble free operation and maintenance of the Skid Sickle.
2: SAFETY
This Safety Alert symbol means BE ALERT! ATTENTION! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
This Safety Alert symbol is used throughout this Manual and on decals on your mower. When you see
this symbol become alert to safety information and adhere to it to prevent injury or death.
SIGNAL WORDS
There are signal words that are used in conjunction with the safety alert symbol; these signal words have
been selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER – An immediate and specific hazard WILL result in severe personal injury or death if
the proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING – A specific hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in severe personal injury
or death if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION – Unsafe practices which could result in personal injury if proper practices are not
taken, or as a reminder of good safety practices.
You as the owner of a Skid Steer Solutions, Skid Sickle are responsible for its safe operation and
maintenance. You need to make sure anyone working with, maintaining or working around the mower is
familiar with the operation and maintenance of the unit. Be alert, know all safety information in this
manual and adhere to safety practices at all times.
Remember a safe operator is the key to avoiding most accidents. Most accidents can be avoided by –
THINKING SAFETY AND WORKING SAFELY.
