Operator`s manual

Operation section 3 -

MOWER 04/13

OPERATION SECTION

DANGER

DO NOT use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the Tractor and Implement.

Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’s alertness and coordination and therefore affect the

operator’s ability to operate the equipment safely. Before operating the Tractor or Implement,

an operator on prescription or over-the-counter medication must consult a medical professional

regarding any side effects of the medication that would hinder their ability to operate the Equip-

ment safely. NEVER knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when their alertness

or coordination is impaired. Serious injury or death to the operator or others could result if the

operator is under the inuence of drugs or alcohol. (SG-27)

Tractor Requirements

The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power, capacity and required equipment to safely operate the mower at a ground

speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not meet the following requirements may cause tractor or

mower damage and could be a potential danger to the operator and passersby.

Tractor Requirements and Capabilities

• ASABE approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt.

• Tractor Safety Devices ......................... Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting, PTO master shield

• Tractor Horsepower-Minimum................RSM5 - min. 25 HP, RSM6 - min. 25HP

• 3-Point Hitch:

Lifting Capacity ............................. RSM5-750 lbs., RSM6-800 lbs.

Category ....................................... RSM5-CAT I; RSM6-CAT I.

Front End Weights................................As needed to maintain 20% weight on tractor front axle

• Power Take Off...................................... 540 RPM - 6 spline

ROPS and Seat Belt

The tractor must be equipped with a Roll-Over-Protective-Structure (ROPS) (tractor cab or roll-bar) and seat belt to protect the opera-

tor from falling off the tractor, especially during a roll over where the driver could be crushed and killed. Only operate the tractor with

the ROPS in the raised position and seat belt fastened. Tractor models not equipped with a ROPS and seat belt should have these life

saving features installed by an authorized dealer. OPS-U- 0003

WARNING

Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an approved rollover- protective system

(ROPS). Always wear seat belts. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the tractor-

-particularly during a turnover when the operator could be pinned under the ROPS. (SG-7)