Operator’s manual
Double-sided disc mowers
with central suspension
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When using hydraulic hoses:
Avoid stretching the hoses when operating.
Do not allow hydraulic hoses to get deflected.
Do not expose hydraulic hoses to contact with any sharp edges.
If damaged or worn, replace the hoses with new ones.
Useful life for hydraulic hoses is 5 years from their production date.
4.7.
Safety curtains.
SaMASZ mowers feature standard safety curtains (1) for self-mounting. In order to mount the
guard properly, put it on a mower and secure with catches (2) and front guard (3), Fig. 10. Examine
condition of guards and its mounting on a regular basis. Fix immediately if damaged and replace if
missing. Do not operate mower without safety curtains.
Fig. 10. Mounting safety curtain guard on the mower
4.8.
Residual risk
Despite the fact that SaMASZ Białystok, the manufacturer of the mower, has taken great care
in the design and manufacturing of the mower, certain risks during mower operation and
maintenance are unavoidable. A major source of risk that could result in serious injury or death can
occur during the performance of these operations.
Major source of risk follows performance of these operations:
operation of mower by minors,
operation by individuals who have not read the operator's manual and safety labels,
operation of mower by persons under influence of alcohol or other substances,
not being cautious during transportation and moving mower during operation,
transport of persons who are on the machine,
presence of persons and animals within the mower operation range,
performing servicing and machine adjustments with the engine on.
4.8.1.
Danger of machine entanglement
This risk occurs when (1) changing position of a mower, (2) operating near rotating parts, and
(3) working without safety guards. During operation, maintenance and adjustment, always wear
protective gloves, shoes and clothes without loose parts, belts and so on. Always comply with
safety labels placed on the mower.
4.8.2.
Danger of cutting injury
This risk occurs during replacement of working parts with sharp edges. During any
maintenance work, always use safety gloves.
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