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Original instructions (ENGLISH)
Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com
It is of upmost importance that safety decals are kept clean and replaced if they are no longer legible,
damaged or lost completely. Safety decals can be purchased readily from a local Spearhead dealer.
4.9
Using The Machine
4.9.1
Engaging The Power Take-off (PTO)
Only operate the machine
from the tractor operator’s seat with the seatbelt securely fastened. The tractor must
be equipped with a ROPS cab.
WARNING!
Do not let the blades turn when the machine is raised for any reason; including clearance
or for turning. Raising the machine exposes the cutting blades which creates a potentially serious
hazard and could cause serious injury or even death from objects thrown from the blades.
WARNING!
Do not put hands or feet under mower deck. Blade contact can result in serious injury or
even death. Stay away until all motion has stopped and the deck is securely blocked up.
Before
engaging the PTO, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. The machine must
be completely lowered to its desired cutting position.
Never
engage the PTO with the implement in the raised
position.
Set the tractor engine speed at approximately 1,000 RPM before engaging the PTO.
Shift/press the PTO control to the on position.
Slowly increase the engine speed until the PTO is operating at the rated speed.
IMPORTANT:
If you hear unusual noises or see or feel abnormal vibrations, disengage the PTO immediately.
Inspect the implement to determine the cause of the noise or vibration and repair the abnormality before
proceeding to use the machine.
4.9.2
Disengaging the Power Take-off (PTO)
To shut down the machine:
First bring the tractor to a complete stop.
Decrease engine RPM to idle then disengage the PTO.
The machine will come to a complete stop within a suitable amount of time.
IMPORTANT:
Do not engage or disengage the machine at a high RPM unless there is an emergency
situation.
Park the tractor on a level surface, place the transmission in park or neutral and apply the parking brake,
lower the machine to the ground, shut down the engine, remove the key, and wait for all motion to come to a
complete stop before exiting the tractor.