Product Manual

3-PT. PTO ROUGH CUT MOWER OWNER’S MANUAL 3-PT. PTO ROUGH CUT MOWER OWNER’S MANUAL
• Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the mower until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of how it works.
• Do not modify this mowerin any way. Unauthorized modifications may impair the function
and/or safety and could affect the life of the mower. There are specific applications for which
the mower was designed.
• Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of
larger industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this mower was
designed. You will be safer and the unit will doa better job at the capacity for which it was
intended. DO NOT use this mowerfor a purpose for which it was not intended.
• Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
WARNING:
• This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
• Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
- lead from lead-based paints,
- crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
- arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
•Handling power cords on corded products may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your
hands after handling.
WARNING:
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the mower in confined work
areas may put you dangerously close to other cutting
• tools and rotating parts.
• Do not use the mower where there is a risk of a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which may ignite the
flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
• Do not allow the mower to come into contact with an electrical source. The mower is not
insulated and contact will cause electrical shock.
• Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the mower. Do not
allow children to handle the mower.
• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in
your work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause
personal injuryand/or property damage if contacted.
WARNING:
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the mower. Do
not use the mower while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the mower may result in a serious personal injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts. Air vents on the mower often cover moving parts and should be
avoided.
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• Wear the proper personal protective equipment when necessary. Use ANSIZ87.1 compliant
safety goggles (not safety glasses) with side shields, or when needed, a face shield. Use a
dust mask in dusty work conditions. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust
collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate. This applies to all persons in
the work area.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Ensure the power switch is off prior to plugging it in.
• Remove the keys or wrenches before connecting the mower to an air supply, power supply, or
turning on the mower. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the mower
may cause personal injury.
• Secure the work with clamps or a vise instead of your hand when practical. This safety
precaution allows for proper mower operation using both hands.
WARNING:
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet, properly installed, and grounded in
accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the mower should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away
from the user.
• Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the
three-wire, grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
• Do not allow the mower to come into contact with an electrical source. The mower is not
insulated and contact will cause electrical shock.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the power cord. Never use the power cord to carry the tools or pull the plug
from an outlet. Keep the power cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged power cords immediately. Damaged power cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
• Use outdoor extension cords marked W-A or W, when operating a power tool outside. These
extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the risk of electric shock.
CAUTION:
MOWERUSE AND CARE
• Do not force the mower. Productsare safer and do a better job when used in the manner for
which they are designed. Plan your work and use the correct product for the job.
• Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the mowerwill operate
properly and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately.
Never operate the mowerwith a damaged part.
• Do not use a mower with a malfunctioning switch. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the power switch is dangerous and must be repaired by an authorized service
representative before using.
• Disconnect the power/air supply from the mower and place the switch in the locked or off
position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the mower. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the mower accidentally.
• Store the mowerwhen it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of
children. Inspect the mower for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
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