4 BE-EFGCXXXF USER MANUAL
Do not operate machine if you feel unwell or physically unfit, in which case you should stop working.
This machine was designed with safety very much in mind. However, there is no real substitute for caution
and attention in preventing accidents. Once an accident has happened, it is too late to think about what you
should have done.
Use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS). Always wear your seatbelt.
Serious injury or even death could result from falling o_ the tractor - particularly during a turnover when the
operator could be pinned under the ROPS or the tractor.
Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question
DON’T TRY IT.
Clear working area of stones, branches or hidden obstacles that might be hooked or snagged, causing injury
or damage.
OPERATING SAFETY
Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety signs before operating, servicing, adjusting,
repairing or removing.
Do not allow riders.
Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
Place all controls in neutral, stop tractor engine, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, attaching or removing.
Place tractor and machine controls in neutral before starting.
Never start or operate machine unless sitting on tractor’s seat.
Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, before starting.
Stay away from PTO shaft and machine when engaging PTO. Keep others away.
Use warning lights in tractor when transporting.
Do not put hands or feet under machine while tractor engine or machine is running.
Do not operate Flail Mower in the raised position.
Objects can be thrown out from under the machine with sucient force to severely injure people.
Stay away from machine when it is running. Keeps others away.
Always know what you are cutting. Never operate Flail Mower in an area that has hidden obstacles.
Remove sticks, stones, wire or other objects from working area before starting.
Review safety instructions with all operators annually.
STORAGE SAFETY
Store the machine in an area away from human activity.
Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine
Store the machine in a dry, level area.
Clean grease and oil as required and protect it from the elements.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
Follow good shop practices.
Keep service area clean and dry.
Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.
Use adequate light for the job at hand.
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the tractor in a closed building.
The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
Before working on this machine, shut o_ the engine, set the brakes and remove the ignition key.
Never work under equipment unless it is secured by a mechanical stand.
Use personal protection devices such as eye, hand and hearing protectors, when performing any service or
maintenance work. Use heavy gloves when handling blades.
