Gravely 890015* Manuale Utente

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GB - 4
 
Warning - Engine
 
ASSEMBLY SAFETY RULES
 
Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in 
Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly. 
Failure to follow instructions could result in personal 
injury and/or damage to unit.
ALWAYS remove key and wire from spark plugs on unit 
before assembly. Unintentional engine start up can 
cause death or serious injury.
Sharp edges can cut. Movement of parts can cut off 
fingers or a hand. Wrap blade(s), wear sturdy gloves 
and use extreme caution when working near blades.
 
Installing the grass catcher on your mower 
requires the removal of the discharge chute 
deflector. Retain discharge chute and 
hardware in a safe location and reinstall 
whenever operating unit without the grass 
pump. DO NOT operate mower unless guards 
are in place or grass pump and entire bagger 
are attached.
 
OPERATIONAL SAFETY RULES
 
Walk Around Inspection
 
Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work 
area to understand:
  • Work area   • Your unit   • All safety decals
 
Work Area
 
ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully 
before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when 
operating along streets or curbs.
Keep children and people away. Keep children out of 
work area and under watchful care of a responsible 
adult.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near 
unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and 
debris. Thrown objects can cause injury. 
Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid 
uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for 
hidden hazards.
Avoid uneven and rough terrain. DO NOT operate near 
drop offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly 
turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or 
if an edge caves in.
Dust, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an 
accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility 
and light.
 
Personal Safety
 
Only trained adults may operate unit.
Training includes actual operation.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of 
medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires 
your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their 
alertness or coordination is impaired.
Wear adequate safety gear and protective gloves. 
Wear proper footwear to improve footing on slippery 
surfaces.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back 
hair that may get caught in rotating parts.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be 
thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts 
can cut off fingers or a hand. 
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating 
parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body 
parts.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or 
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is 
running.
ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit and engine, 
remove key and allow moving parts to stop before 
leaving operator’s position.
 
Operation
 
Understand:
How to operate all controls
The functions of all controls
How to STOP in an Emergency
Braking and steering characteristics
Turning radius and clearances
NEVER operate bagger if the tractor’s safety interlock 
system is not working properly.
Always be aware of maximum sweep of catcher when 
turning. Always allow adequate clearance between 
catcher, personnel and other objects when turning.
As grass catcher fills, be alert to changing unit stability 
and control.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use.
ALWAYS disengage PTO, stop unit and engine, 
remove key, engage parking brake and allow moving 
parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT change 
engine governor settings or over-speed engine. Slow 
down before turning.
DO NOT mow near dropoffs, ditches or embankments. 
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over 
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could 
cause sliding.
DO NOT operate in poorly ventilated area.
DO NOT refuel while engine is running. 
Make sure no flame/spark around during 
refuel.
DO NOT touch exhaust system and 
engine while hot.
DO NOT touch spark plug cap or high 
tension cord during engine running.
*SEE YOUR OPERATOR’S MANUAL.