Broadwood Wessex Country FS170T, Operations Manual And Parts Book

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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

Wessex machines are guarded for your protection, but you must always observe certain

elementary precautions. Machines are potentially 

dangerous

and should be used with the greatest

respect and 

ALL OPERATORS MUST

read this manual and be are aware of all safety

precautions.

1.

NEVER

attempt any adjustment whatsoever, unless the machine is 

COMPLETELY

at a

standstill.

2.

NEVER

attempt to clear any obstructions around the mower unless the machine is

COMPLETELY

at a standstill.

3.

NEVER

remove belt guards unless the machine is 

COMPLETELY

at a standstill.

4.

NEVER

remove safety guards which are provided for your protection.

5.

NEVER

operate the machine with people behind, keep everybody (especially children and

animals) at a safe distance, 

minimum 20 metres

.

6. Stand well back from the machine when rotor is spinning.

7. Regularly inspect the 

DISTRIBUTOR VANES AND FIXING BOLTS

to ensure that they are

in tip-top condition. Replace blades 

IMMEDIATELY

if any signs of fracture or excess wear

becomes apparent. Serious damage, which is excluded from our warranty conditions, may

result from using your mower with an unbalanced rotor. When replacing blades, always fit

new mounting bolts and nuts to ensure that the rotor is balanced and running smoothly.

HEALTH AND SAFETY - Noise at Work Regulations

READING AT THE OPERATORS EAR

Wessex Country Spreaders: 

Approximately ?? D.B.A

Depending on conditions and material being spread, this reading may alter, it is therefore advisable

for users to do their own assessment.

In compliance with the above regulations, Ear Protectors must be worn when

operating machinery.