Woods Equipment FZ23B Benutzerhandbuch

6 Safety 

MM F-Series (Rev. 8/1/2008

(Safety Rules continued from previous page)

„ Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck
or trailer and refuel on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer
with a portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.

„ Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank opening at all times until fueling is com-
plete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

„ If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.

„ Never over-fill tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
securely.

„ Handle fuel carefully; it is highly flammable.
Always use an approved container. Never remove
fuel cap or add fuel while engine is running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Wipe up all spilled
fuel before starting engine.

„ Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine onto a trailer or truck.

„ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.

„ Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

„ Transport power unit facing rearward when
equipped with a sunshade.

„ Keep bystanders away from equipment.

„ Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator.

„ Make sure people and objects are clear of
attachment and discharge area before engaging
PTO.

„ Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters
the mowing area.

„ Before and while backing, look behind and
down for children.

„ Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.

„ Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

„ Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

„ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.

„ When improperly operated, power unit can roll
over or upset. Use of rollover protective structure
(ROPS) with seat belt securely fastened will reduce
the possibility of injury or death if rollover or upset
occurs.

„ Use care when operating with ROPS or sun-
shade around shrubs, trees or other objects that
can become entangled with power unit.

„ Use extreme care when approaching blind cor-
ners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block
your vision.

„ Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.

„ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.

„ Start engine from operator's seat after disen-
gaging power unit PTO and placing steering levers
in neutral.

„ Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.

„ Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely neces-
sary.

„ Slow down before turning.

„ Do not operate on slopes greater than 15
degrees (27% grade).

„ Mow up and down slopes, not across.

„ If the tires lose traction on a slope, disengage
the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.

„ Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-
denly on slopes.

„ Do not make sudden changes in speed or direc-
tion which could cause the machine to roll over.

„ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.

„ Installation of a grasscatcher assembly will
reduce the stability and maneuverability of the
Mow'n Machine when operating on sloping terrain.

„ Do not tow a trailer over 200 lbs. Do not tow a
trailer or add power unit ballast with a combined
weight over 200 lbs. Too much weight can cause
loss of traction or stability on a slope. It can also
reduce parking brake ability. Too much weight will
shorten the hydraulic system life. Never tow a
trailer with a grass collection system attached to
the power unit.