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OPERATION:
1. Do not put hands or feet near, under or inside rotating
parts.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor),
disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and keep
wire away to prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly
inspect the accessory for any damage and repair
damage before restarting and using the accessory.
4. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine (motor) and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
5. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
vehicle unattended. Disengage the power take-off,
lower the attachment, place the transmission into
neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and
remove the ignition key.
6. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting
the engine and for transporting in or out of the
building. Do not operate or let motor run in a storage
area without ventilation because gas contains
carbon monoxide which is odorless, colorless and
can cause death.
7. Never use the accessories across the face of
slopes, go from top to bottom. Exercise extreme
caution when using equipment on slopes. Do not
attempt to clear a steep slope.
8. Never tolerate bystanders in the working zone.
Never use an accessory in the direction of
bystanders, it might throw gravel or debris that can
hurt people or damage property.
9. Never operate the accessory at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Use care when
backing up.
10. Do not carry passengers.
11. Disengage power to the accessory when it is
transported or not in use.
12. Never operate the accessory without good visibility
or light.
13. Keep the accessory away from heat sources or
flames.
14. If applicable, never handle the winch cable or hook
while in tension.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the vehicle
and accessory: stop the engine, set brake, remove
ignition key, and wait that all moving parts have
stopped. For gasoline engine, disconnect wire from
the spark plug(s) and keep wire away to prevent
accidental starting.
2. Check all the bolts and components at frequent
intervals to make sure that they are properly
tightened.
3. Never store a motorized accessory with fuel in the
fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are
present such as hot water and space heaters,
clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
4. Always refer to the owner’s manual when you store
the accessory and vehicle for a prolonged or an
unspecified length of time.
5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
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For winter accessories, (if applicable), let the engine
run for a few minutes after clearing snow in order to
prevent the rotary parts from freezing.
7. Inspect the vehicle’s and accessory’s air filter (if
applicable) every day. Clean it or replace it as
necessary. Change the oil more often when working
in dusty conditions. See the vehicle’s and
accessory's owner’s manual.
TRANSPORT
1. Review Transport Safety instructions in vehicle
manual before moving.
2. Check with local authorities regarding transport on
public roads. Obey all applicable laws and
regulations.
3. Make
sure
all
lights
and reflectors that are required
by the local highway and transport authorities
(exemple : SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle)) are in
place, are clean, and can be seen clearly by all
overtaking and oncoming traffic.
4. Never have the equipment in operation during
transport.
5. Always travel at a safe speed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
