ATI Corporation Preseeder 365, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
THE BEST OPERATOR IS A
CAREFUL OPERATOR.
By using common sense, observing general
safety rules, and adhering to the precautions
specific to the Preseeder tiller, you, the operator,
can promote safe equipment operation. Read
and be sure you understand all precautions in
this section before operating your tiller. The
machine must only be operated by properly
trained and authorized operators.
SAFETY PRECAUTION DEFINITIONS
Dangers, Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
are strategically placed throughout this manual
to further emphasize the importance of personal
safety, qualifications of operating personnel, and
proper use of the tiller in its intended applica-
tion. These precautions supplement and/or com-
plement the safety information decals affixed to
the unit and include headings that are defined as
follows:
Indicates an imminently haz-
ardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially haz-
ardous situation or practice
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a potentially haz-
ardous situation or practice
which, if not avoided, will result in damage to
equipment and/or minor injury
.
NOTE: Indicates an operating procedure,
practice. etc., or portion thereof, which is
essential to highlight.
The tiller must only be operated by quali-
fied persons who are familiar with all informa-
tion in the operator’s manual. Do not attempt to
operate the tiller in areas with steep inclines,
ditches, large rocks, stumps, or holes which
may endanger the operator by upsetting the trac-
tor or cause damage to the tiller.
THE PRESEEDER TILLER
1. Read this manual carefully to become
familiar with your tiller. Lack of operat-
ing knowledge can be dangerous and lead
to accidents.
2. Keep all shields in place and properly
tighten all mounting hardware.
Stay clear of drive belt and
chain. Do not operate with-
out drive chain cover and drive belt shield in
place and in good condition. Failure to heed
these warnings can result in personal injury or
death.
3. Periodically inspect all parts for wear and
replace with factory-authorized parts if
excessive wear is present.
4. Keep safety decals clean and readable.
Replace if missing, damaged, or illegible.
5. Do not modify, alter or permit anyone to
modify or alter this equipment or any of its
components without written approval from
ATI Corporation.
OPERATING THE PRESEEDER TILLER
1. Do not stand or allow others to stand near
the tiller while it is operating.
2. Never wear loose clothing when operating
rotating equipment.
3. Never clean, adjust, or repair the tiller with
the tractor engine running.
Keep hands and feet from
under Preseeder tiller at all
times. Make certain everyone is clear of the
machine before operating.