Alamo SL60 - Manual (Page 108)

OPERATION
SL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-24
© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
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If you hit a solid object or foreign debris, stop the mower and skid steer at once. Immediately idle the engine
speed and disengage the auxiliary hydraulics to stop the mower blades from turning. Wait for all mower
rotating motion to stop, then raise the mower and move the skid steer and implement off the object. Inspect
the area and remove, or mark the location of the debris. Inspect the condition of the mower and make any
needed repairs immediately. Make sure the blades are not damaged and the carrier is balanced before
resuming operation.
9.2 Bystander/Passersby Precautions
If a bystander comes within 100 yards of the skid steer while the mower is being operated, stop the skid steer
at once, idle the engine and stop the mower. Do not engage the mower again until all bystanders are well past
the 100 yard distance. OPS-SS-0029
Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing
objects for great distances (300 feet or more) and causing serious injury
or death. Follow safety messages carefully.
STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 100 YARDS UNLESS:
-Front and Rear Deflectors, Chain Guards, or Bands are installed and in good, workable
condition;
-Mower sections or Wings are running close to and parallel to the ground without exposed
Blades;
-Passersby are outside the existing thrown-object zone;
-All areas have been thoroughly inspected and all foreign material such as rocks, cans,
glass, and general debris has been removed.
NOTE: Where there are grass and weeds high enough to hide debris that could be struck
by the blades, the area should be: inspected and large debris removed, mowed at an inter-
mediate height, inspected, closely with any remaining debris being removed, and mowed
again at desired final height. (This will also reduce power required to mow, reduce wear
and tear on the Mower drivetrain, spread cut material better, reduce streaking, and make
the final cut more uniform).
(SRM-1)
9.3 Engaging the Mower
Before engaging the mower, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. Refer to the
skid steer operator’s manual to determine the procedure to engage the front auxiliary hydraulics.
If you here unusual noises or feel abnormal vibrations, disengage the mower immediately. Inspect the mower
to determine the cause of the noise or vibration and repair the problem immediately. OPS-SS-0030