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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OVERVIEW (continued)
Insure that the CHAIN FORWARD/NEUTRAL/REVERSE LEVER is in NEUTRAL when not
actually trenching.
WARNING
: Contact with the dig chain or auger while in operation will cause serious injury
or even death. The teeth of the dig chain are sharp. Avoid contact even when the chain is not
moving.
Avoid inclines if at all possible.
WARNING
: Navigating on any incline increases the danger of the trencher losing traction or
rolling over, especially if the surface is wet. If you lose control get out of the way immediately
to avoid personal injury. Navigation on inclines should be especially slow and turns very gradual.
Refer to the incline diagram in the section, “GROUND TRANSPORT”.
Be careful when using the optional backfill blade to fill in trenches.
WARNING
: The weight of the trencher or walking near the edge of the trench could cause
collapse of the trench wall. If a track goes over the edge of the trench the trencher could
suddenly turn over.
Avoid operating adjacent to drop-offs or embankments.
Keep away from tracks to avoid getting crushed.
WARNING
: Getting run over by the trencher will cause injury.
Always leave trencher parked on a level surface.
WARNING
: Do not park on incline. Move the trencher to a level surface and set the parking
brake located behind the left hand track motor. Move the handle down to engage the brake.
Do not leave trencher unattended with the engine running.
Do not operate trencher near any source of flammable dust or vapors.
WARNING
: Sparks from the engine exhaust can cause an explosion or fire in a flammable or
explosive atmosphere. Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode.
Do not operate trencher near flames or sparks.
WARNING
: Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode.
Shut off engine and allow it to cool before refueling.
WARNING
: Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode. Do not smoke when refueling. Do not
refuel near a source flames or sparks.
Do not touch the engine, muffler, or any of the hydraulic components until cool.
WARNING
: Muffler and engine get hot enough to cause serious burns. For the safety of
yourself and others, allow enough time for the engine, muffler, and the hydraulic fluid to cool
completely before performing any cleaning or maintenance.
