GB-3
RANSOMES HR3806 Series: DZ
SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This safety symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully
readthemessage thatfollows,andinform other
operators.
3.1 OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
• Ensure that the instructions in this book are
readandfullyunderstood.
• Noperson shouldbe allowedtooperatethis
machine unless they are fully acquainted with
all the controls and the safety procedures.
• Neverallowchildrenorpeopleunfamiliarwith
these instructions to use this machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
3.2 SAFETYSIGNS
• It is essential all safety labels are kept
legible, if they are missing or illegible they
must be replaced. If any part of the machine
is replaced and it originally carried a safety
label, a new label must be affixed to the
replacementpart. New safetylabelsare
obtainablefromRansomesdealers.
3.3 STARTINGTHEENGINE
• Before starting the engine check that the
brakesareapplied,drivesareinneutral,
guards are in position and intact, and
bystandersare clearofthe machine.
• Do not run the engine in a building without
adequateventilation.
3.4 DRIVINGTHEMACHINE
• Beforemovingthemachine, checktoensure
thatallparts arein good workingorder,
paying particular attention to brakes, tyres,
steering and the security of cutting blades.
• Replace faulty silencers, mow only in daylight
orgood artificiallight
• AlwaysobservetheHighwayCodebothon
andoffthe roads.Keep alertandaware atall
times. Watch out for traffic when crossing or
nearroadways.
• Stopthebladesrotatingbeforecrossing
surfacesotherthangrass.
• Rememberthatsomepeoplearedeafor
blind and that children and animals can be
unpredictable.
• Keeptravellingspeedslowenoughforan
emergencystop tobeeffective andsafeat
all times, in any conditions.
• Removeoravoidobstructionsintheareato
be cut, thus reducing the possibility of
injurytoyourselfand/orbystanders.
• Whenreversing, take specialcare to
ensure that the area behind is clear of
obstructionsand/orbystanders. DONOT
carrypassengers.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsibleforaccidentsorhazards
occurringtootherpeopleortheirproperty.
• When the machine is to be parked, stored
orleft unattended,lower thecuttingmeans
unless the transport locks are being used.
• Whilemowing, alwayswear substantial
footwearandlongtrousers. Donot operate
theequipmentwhenbarefootorwearing
opensandals.
• Checkthegrasscatcher frequentlyforwear
ordeterioration. Afterstriking aforeign
object, Inspect thelawnmower fordamage
andmakerepairsbeforerestartingand
operatingtheequipment.
• Ifthe machinestartsto vibrateabnormally,
check immediately.
3.5 TRANSPORTING
• Ensure that the cutting units are securely
fastened in the transport position. Do not
transportwith cuttingmechanism rotating.
• Drivethemachinewithdueconsiderationof
roadandsurface conditions,inclinesand
localundulations.
• Suddendeceleratingorbrakingcancause
the rear wheels to lift.
• Remember that the stability of the rear of
the machine is reduced as the fuel is used.
