Important Safe Operation Practices
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WARNING
endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol.
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DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
General Operation
1.
Carefully read, understand, and follow all instructions
in the Operator's Manual for the machine to which this
equipment will be attached as well as this attachment's
Operator's Manual before attempting to assemble or
operate the equipment. Keep manuals in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
2.
This machine is designed for off-road usage and should not
be operated on public roadways. Know and comply with all
laws and regulations governing the use of off-road vehicles
in your area.
3.
The machine handles and maneuvers differently than a
normal passenger car. Sharp high speed turns and abrupt
maneuvers can cause machine to roll over or go out
of control. Slow down when turning and avoid abrupt
maneuvers.
4.
Be familiar with all instructions and controls and their
proper operation before starting the machine.
5.
Do not allow children to operate machine. Do not allow
adults to operate it without proper instruction. Only
persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation
should be allowed to use the equipment.
6.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways. This tractor is not intended for use on any public
roadway.
7.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
8.
Never carry passengers.
9.
Always remain seated and keep both hands on the steering
wheel when driving the machine.
10.
Sit on the center of the seat and keep both feet within
the foot platform perimeter. The foot platform may
become slippery from snow or ice; use extra caution when
mounting or dismounting the vehicle.
11.
Do not mount or leave machine while it is in motion or in
actual operation.
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could
HEED ITS WARNING!
12.
Inspect area around tractor before moving, especially in
reverse. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind
before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident.
Keep bystanders out of area.
13.
Never leave machine unattended with the key in the
ignition. Always turn key to the "Stop" position, set the
parking brake and remove key.
14.
Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under
low hanging tree branches, wires, etc., or in any other
situation where the operator or passenger may be struck
or pulled from the unit. Such negligence could result in
serious injury.
15.
Engine must be stopped when cleaning, servicing,
adjusting, repairing, or installing attachments on machine.
16.
The machine and attachment should be stopped and
inspected for damage after striking a foreign object.
The damage should be repaired before restarting and
operating the equipment.
17.
Do not start and run machine in an inside area, unless it
is adequately ventilated. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide fumes, which are very poisonous and can be
deadly.
18.
Always inspect the machine each time you use it to make
sure it is in safe operating condition.
19.
Operate blade only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Always use vehicle lights while operating in low light
situations.
20.
Check blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at
frequent intervals.
21.
No person should be allowed near the working area when
the blade is being operated.
22.
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast of rate. Take the time to do the job in
a safe manner.
23.
Be careful to avoid catching the blade on stumps or other
immovable objects.
24.
Never use the blade to tow another object.
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