GR48 EATON GOLF ROLLER - Operation, Maintenance & Parts Manual .
SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety is of the utmost importance when operating turf equipment. To ensure safe operation of the GR48
Golf Green Roller, please follow the following safety guidelines.
* Always make a pre-operation inspection before you start the engine. If this procedure is not
carried out damage to property or personnel may occur.
* Keep children, pets and inexperienced personnel away from the machine. This machine
should only be operated by trained and skilled personnel – check with your supervisor if you
are unsure.
* Know how to stop the engine when in motion. Read and understand engine manufacturers
manual, as supplied.
* Never permit inexperienced operators to use the machine. This machine requires certain
knowledge and expertise to operate it; you must be a trained person to use this machine.
Unskilled persons can harm themselves and others if they operate this machine.
* Do not use in enclosed areas unless well ventilated. Carbon monoxide gases are
dangerous if inhaled, it can cause death; use the machine outdoors.
* When transporting the roller, make sure the trailer lock down mechanism is secure to prevent
premature release. If the trailer lock is not correctly engaged while towing and releases
accidentally the front of the roller can dig into the ground, causing the machine to move
dangerously in any direction and cause bodily injury. This also applies during normal
maintenance procedures – make sure the latch is locked and in place. When carrying out
maintenance ensure the latch is engaged correctly; if it is not the trailer arm could fly up
making contact with a person (s) causing serious injury.
* When engine is running, always keep hands and loose clothing away from rotating chains and
sprockets in transmission area. If hair, clothing or loose objects become entangled on a
rotating shaft serious bodily injury could occur. Stop engine before opening safety cover fitted
to the transmission area.
OPERATOR, REMEMBER IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO BE AWARE OF YOUR
SURROUNDINGS. TO AVOID ACCIDENTS, THINK SAFE AND OPERATE SAFE.
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