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SAFETY
YOU
are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your AgriMetal Leaf and Debris
Collector.
YOU
must ensure that you and anyone
else who is going to operate, maintain or work
around the Leaf and Debris Collector be familiar
with the operating and maintenance procedures
and related
SAFETY
information contained in this
manual. This manual will take you step-by-step
through your working day and alerts you to all
good safety practices that should be adhered to
while operating the Leaf and Debris Collector.
Remember,
YOU
are the key to safety. Good
safety practices not only protect you but also
the people around you. Make these practices a
working part of your safety program. Be certain
that
EVERYONE
operating this equipment is
familiar with the recommended operating and
maintenance procedures and follows all the safety
precautions. Most accidents can be prevented.
Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety
practices.
• Leaf and Debris Collector owners must give
operating instructions to operators or em-
ployees before allowing them to operate the
machine, and at least annually thereafter
per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health
Administration) regulation 1928.57.
• The most important safety device on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the op-
erator’s responsibility to read and understand
ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the
manual and to follow these. Most accidents
can be avoided.
• A person who has not read and understood
all operating and safety instructions is not
qualified to operate the machine. An untrained
operator exposes himself and bystanders to
possible serious injury or death.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the
function and/or safety and could affect the life
of the equipment.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
1. Read and understand the
Operator’s Manual and all
safety signs before operating,
maintaining, adjusting or un-
plugging the Leaf and Debris
Collector.
. GENERAL SAFETY
2. Have a first-aid kit available
for use should the need
arise and know how to use
it.
3. Have a fire extinguisher
available for use should the
need arise and know how to
use it.
4. Do not allow riders.
5. Wear appropriate
protective gear.
This list includes but
is not limited to:
- A hard hat
- Protective shoes
with slip resistant
soles
- Protective glasses or goggles
- Heavy gloves
- Wet weather gear
- Hearing protection
- Respirator or filter mask
6. Install and secure all guards before starting.
7. Wear suitable ear protection
for prolonged exposure to
excessive noise.
8. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake, remove ignition key and wait for
all moving parts to stop before servicing, ad-
justing, repairing or unplugging.
9. Clear the area of people, especially small
children, before starting the unit.
10. Review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will operating or maintaining
the Leaf and Debris Collector.
