Ransomes Magna 250 Safety And Operation/Maintenance And Parts Manual Download

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RANSOMES SPORT 200 & MAGNA 250 CUTTING UNITS

SAFETY, OPERATORS, MAINTENANCE & PARTS MANUAL

This safety symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully
read the message that follows, and inform other
operators.

3.1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Ensure that the instructions in this book are read
and fully understood.

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No person should be allowed to operate this
machine unless they are fully acquainted with all
the controls and the safety procedures.

•

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use this machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

3.2

SAFETY SIGNS

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It is essential all safety labels are kept legible, if
they are missing or illegible they must be
replaced. If any part of the machine is replaced
and it originally carried a safety label, a new label
must be affixed to the replacement part. New
safety labels are obtainable from Ransomes
dealers.

3.3

STARTING THE ENGINE

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Before starting the engine check that the brakes
are applied, drives are in neutral, guards are in
position and intact, and bystanders are clear of
the machine.

•

Do not run the engine in a building without
adequate ventilation.

3.4

DRIVING THE MACHINE

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Before moving the machine, check to ensure that
all parts are in good working order, paying
particular attention to brakes, tyres, steering and
the security of cutting blades.

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Replace faulty silencers, mow only in daylight or
good artificial light

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Always observe the Highway Code both on and
off the roads. Keep alert and aware at all times.
Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.

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Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.

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Remember that some people are deaf or blind
and that children and animals can be
unpredictable.

•

Keep travelling speeds low enough for an
emergency stop to be effective and safe at all
times, in any conditions.

•

Remove or avoid obstructions in the area to be
cut, thus reducing the possibility of injury to
yourself and/or bystanders.

•

When reversing, take special care to ensure
that the area behind is clear of obstructions
and/or bystanders. DO NOT carry passengers.

•

Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.

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When the machine is to be parked, stored or
left unattended, lower the cutting means unless
the transport locks are being used.

•

While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandals.

•

Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration. After striking a foreign object
Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the
equipment.

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If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally,
check immediately.

3.5

TRANSPORTING

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Ensure that the cutting units are securely
fastened in the transport position. Do not
transport with cutting mechanism rotating.

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Drive the machine with due consideration of
road and surface conditions, inclines and local
undulations.

•

Sudden decelerating or braking can cause the
rear wheels to lift.

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Remember that the stability of the rear of the
machine is reduced as the fuel is used.