Blue Rhino FC-0007 - Manual (Page 15)

SAFETY
SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-9
© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the operating
parts of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at greater velocities
than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result in serious injury or
even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing. Remove any like object
from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to contact such items.
(SGM-6)
Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. Safe mowing
speed depends on terrain condition and grass type, density, and height of cut. Normal ground
speed range is from 0 to 5 mph. Use slow mowing speeds when operating on or near steep
slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects
are to be avoided.
(SGM-7)
Avoid mowing in reverse direction when possible. Check to make sure there are no persons
behind the mower and use extreme care when mowing in reverse. Mow only at a slow ground
speed where you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. Never mow an area that
you have not inspected and removed debris or foreign material.
(SGM-8)
Do not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with the windows
closed.
(SGM-11)
Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of equipment and grass fires while
operating, servicing, and repairing the Mower and Tractor:
-Equip the Tractor with a fire extinguisher in an accesible location.
-Do Not operate the Mower on a Tractor with an underframe exhaust.
-Do Not smoke or have an open flame near the Mower and Tractor.
-Do Not drive into burning debris or freshly burnt areas.
-Ensure slip clutches are properly adjusted to prevent excessive slippage and
plate heating.
-Never allow clippings or debris to collect near drivelines, slip clutches, and
gearboxes. Periodically shut down the Tractor and Mower and clean clippings
and collected debris from the mower deck.
(SGM-12)
The Mower is designed for certain mowing applications and is rated to cut up to a specific size
vegetation (see Mower Standard Equipment and Specifications). DO NOT use this mower to cut
vegetation above the Mower’s rated capacity or to cut any type of non-vegetative material. Only
operate this Mower on a properly sized and equipped Tractor. Operating this Mower in an
application for which it is not designed and/or operating the Mower with the wrong size Tractor can
cause Mower component damage and equipment failure resulting in possible serious injury or
death.
(SGM-14)