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Original instructions (ENGLISH)
Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com
DANGER!
AVOID WIRE
. It can be extremely dangerous if wire catches in the blades of the machine, and
every care must be taken to ensure this will not happen. Inspect the working area before
commencing. Remove all loose wire and obstructions and clearly mark those that are fixed so that
you can avoid them. Any unusual noise from the cutting unit area indicates that the blades may have
been fouled by an obstruction. A visual indication that wire has become entangled may be a sudden
movement of the vegetation ahead of the machine. In any such event
STOP
the tractor engine
INSTANTLY
. On no account move the machine until blades have completely stopped.
NEVER
UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
run the machine in reverse to 'clear itself'. When the machine has
stopped, inspect it and remove any obstruction that may be present. If working under a raised
machine, ensure that it is safely supported. Before working on the machine always stop the tractor
engine and remove the ignition key.
DANGER!
These machines are capable under adverse conditions of throwing objects great distances at high
velocity.
CHECK
the blades for wear and the attachment bolts for tightness every day during work. A
few moments whenever the machine is stopped (e.g. whenever removing obstructions) will help
reduce blade wear or loss.
DANGER!
ANY UNUSUAL NOISE
from the cutting unit area indicates that the blades may have been fouled
by an obstruction. A visual indication that wire has become entangled may be a sudden movement of
the vegetation ahead of the machine. In any such event
STOP
the tractor engine
INSTANTLY
. On no
account move the machine until blades have completely stopped.
NEVER UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES
run the machine in reverse to 'clear itself'. When the machine has stopped,
inspect it and remove any obstruction that may be present. If working under a raised machine, ensure
that it is safely supported. Before working on the machine always stop the tractor engine and remove
the ignition key.
DANGER!
Do not operate with wings raised off the ground. Operating with the wings raised exposes the
blades and can cause objects to be thrown and there is also danger of entanglement in or being hit by
rotating blades.
DANGER!
Never transport the machine or attempt maintenance with the blades running. Serious injury or
even death can result from contact with rotating blades.
DANGER!
Keep your forward speed to a level appropriate to the operating conditions. High-speed
manoeuvres are very dangerous, particularly on uneven ground where there is risk of overturning.
DANGER!
When the wings are folded for transport, the centre of gravity is raised, and the possibility of overturn
is increased. Turn slowly and with extra care on hillsides. Overturning the mower could cause the
mower to overturn the tractor and vice versa. Never fold wings on a hillside, the mower may overturn
DANGER!
Be particularly careful in transport. Turn curves or go up hills only at a low speed and at a gradual
steering angle. Ensure that at least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe
steering. Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces.
DANGER!
DO NOT carry passengers on either the tractor or the mower - falling off can kill.
DANGER!
Do not mount or dismount the tractor or machine while it is moving. Mount or dismount only when
stopped
– falling off can kill.
DANGER!
Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil leaking. Oil is expensive, and its presence could
present a hazard.
Do not check for leaks with your hand!
Use a piece of heavy paper or
cardboard. High-pressure oil streams from breaks in the line could penetrate the skin and cause
tissue damage including gangrene. If oil does penetrate the skin, have the injury treated immediately
by a physician knowledgeable and skilled in this procedure.
DANGER!
Never leave the machine in the raised transport position
– the machine could fall inadvertently and
cause injury or death to anyone who might be under the machine.
DANGER!
Never run a tractor engine in a closed building without adequate ventilation. The exhaust fumes can
be hazardous to your health.
DANGER!
Never work under the mower deck, framework or any raised component unless the mower has
been securely supported and blocked using suitable substantial items to prevent sudden or inadvertent
falling which could cause serious injury or even death.
