Safety Information
Safety is of the utmost importance when operating turf
equipment.
To ensure safe operation of the RB48 Golf Greens Roller,
please follow the following safety guidelines.
•Always make a pre-operation inspection before you start
rolling. If this procedure is not carried out, damage to
property or personnel may occur.
•Keep children, pets and inexperienced personnel away from
the machine. This machine should only be operated by
trained and skilled personnel - check with your supervisor
if you are unsure.
•Know how to stop the machine when in motion. Read and
understand manufacturers manual, as supplied.
•Never permit inexperienced operators to use the
machine. This machine requires certain knowledge and
expertise to operate it; you must be a trained person to use
this machine. Unskilled persons can harm themselves and
others if they operate this machine.
•When transporting the roller or carrying out maintenance,
make sure the trailer lockdown mechanism is secured by
the locking pin to prevent premature release of the catch.
•If the trailer catch is not correctly engaged while towing
and releases accidentally, the front of the roller can drop
and dig into the ground, causing the machine to move
dangerously in any direction causing bodily injury and
result in damage to the drive roller and other
components.
•When the roller is running, always keep hands and loose
clothing away from rotating shafts, chains, belts and
sprockets in the transmission area.
•This machine should not be used on slopes greater that
10 degrees.
•It is recommended to wear appropriate person
protection equipment, (PPE), as per local laws. These
may include hearing protection, eyes and appropriate
closed shoes and clothing PPE. Environmental conditions
should also be taken into consideration.
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