Wright Serial # 32274 and Higher - Manual (Page 8)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
This symbol with the word “WARNING”
indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
This symbol with the word “CAUTION”
indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
TO WRIGHT MOWER USERS & OWNERS: READ THIS
WARNING MANUAL BEFORE USING. PLEASE BE CAREFUL!
Introduction
The Velke Mower is built to the highest
standards in the industry. However,
carelessness or operator error may result in
serious bodily injury or death. Accident and
hazard prevention are dependent upon the
awareness, concern, wisdom, and proper
training of the personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance, and storage
of the equipment. Make sure every operator is
properly trained and thoroughly familiar with all
of the information in this manual before
operating the equipment.
General Safety Instructions
The Velke Mower is designed with your safety
in mind. It has the following safety systems with
which you should be familiar:
• The warning decals on the mower including
the instrument panel warning
• The blade switch must be “off” before starting
the engine
• You must engage the OPC switch in order to
engage the blades
• You must engage the OPC switch in order for
the engine to run if the blades are engaged
• If the OPC switch becomes disengaged while
the blades are running the engine will stop
and the blades will brake in seconds
• A Neutral Switch ensures that the mower is in
Neutral before starting
This product is designed for use by physically
fit, experienced, professional commercial
mower operators who have a minimum of 160
hours of experience operating twelve
horsepower and greater industrial mowers.
Operators must be 18 years or older. They
must have read and understood this manual.
DO NOT allow children to operate the mower.
Do not allow adults to operate the mower
without proper instruction mentioned above.
Never allow passengers on the mower.
• Spring-loaded chute deflector helps reduce
trajectory of thrown objects
• Belt/pulley covers on cutter deck
Owner/User Notice
WARNING
The owner’s/user’s obligation is to instruct
themselves and all potential users in the safe
operation of this equipment and be sure they
read and follow the instructions in this safety
manual and other material provided by Wright
Manufacturing, Inc. before using or allowing
others to operate the equipment. Do not
operate this unit unless you carefully read,
understand and follow the assembly,
installation, and safety instructions contained in
this manual and the warning decals provided on
the unit. Do not allow other persons to use this
unit unless you make sure they carefully read,
understand and follow these instructions. Never
allow children to operate or play on the unit.
WARNING
User Experience and
Qualifications