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CAUTION: Our machines are designed considering safety as the most important aspect and are the safest
available in today’s market. Unfortunately, human carelessness can override the safety features built into our
machines. Injury prevention and work safety, aside from the features on our tools, are very much due to the
responsible use of the equipment. It must always be operated prudently following with great care, the safety
instructions laid out in this manual.
Operational Safety
1.
The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards which cannot be prevented by mechanical means or
product design. All operators of this equipment must read and understand this manual, paying particular
attention to safety and operating instructions, prior to using.
2.
Do not operate the tractor and implement when you are tired, sick, or when using medication.
3.
Keep all helpers and bystanders at least 50 feet away from the machine. Only properly trained people should
operate this machine.
4.
The majority of accidents involve operators being knocked off the tractor by low hanging limbs and then
being run over by the implement. Accidents are most likely to occur with machines that are loaned or rented
to someone who has not read the operator’s manual and is not familiar with the implement.
5.
Always stop the tractor, set brake, shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key, lower implement to
the ground, and allow rotating parts to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor. Never leave
equipment unattended with the tractor running.
6.
Never place hands or feet under implement with tractor engine running or before you are sure all motion has
stopped. Stay clear of all moving parts.
7.
Do not reach or place yourself under equipment until it is blocked securely.
8.
Do not allow riders on the implement or tractor at any time. There is no safe place for riders.
9.
Never place hands or feet under implement with tractor engine running or before you are sure all motion has
stopped. Stay clear of all moving parts.
10.
Before backing up, disengage the implement from the ground and look behind carefully.
11.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from moving parts.
12.
Never operate tractor and implement under trees with low hanging limbs. Operators can be knocked off the
tractor and then run over by implement.
13.
Stop implement immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn engine off, remove key, inspect and repair any
damage before resuming operation.
14.
Stay alert for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain and other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop-offs.
15.
Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting over a hillside, over rough ground,
and when operating close to ditches or fences. Be careful when turning sharp corners.
16.
Reduce speed on slopes and sharp turns to minimize tipping or loss of control. Be careful when changing
directions on slopes.
17.
Inspect the entire machine periodically. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, and leaky or loose
fittings.
18.
Pass diagonally through sharp dips and avoid sharp drops to prevent “hanging up” tractor and implement.
19.
Avoid sudden starts and stops while traveling up or downhill.
20.
Always use down slopes; never across the face. Avoid operation on steep slopes. Slow down on sharp turns
and slopes to prevent tipping and/or loss of control.
