Safety
Importance of Safety
Operating Safety
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Read and follow instructions in this manual and
the machine’s Operator’s Manual before
operating.
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This equipment is dangerous to persons
unfamiliar with its operation.
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Check for overhead and / or underground lines
before operating equipment (if applicable).
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In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident
prevention
are
dependent
upon
the
awareness, concern, prudence and proper
training of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
•
Check that the attachment is securely fastened
to the machine.
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Make sure all the machine controls are in
NEUTRAL before starting the machine.
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Operate the equipment only from the
operator’s position.
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Operate the equipment according to the
Operator’s Manual.
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When learning to operate the equipment, do it
at a slow rate in an area clear of bystanders.
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DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work
area when operating the equipment.
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The equipment must be used ONLY on
approved machines.
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Modification without approval by an authorized
Blue Diamond representative will void the
warranty.
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DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on
the equipment while the machine is running.
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Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if
damaged.
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DO NOT operate equipment in poor visibility
conditions such as fog, darkness, or any
conditions that limit clear visibility less than 300
feet (100 m) in front of and to the sides of the
equipment.
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When conditions make it necessary to slow
ground speed, shift to a lower gear rather than
reducing engine speed. The engine will
maintain rated speed and keep the
HD series
2 power rake
running at optimum speed.
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DO NOT operate in a work area that has not
been inspected for foreign debris and
obstacles.
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Remove any foreign objects and clearly mark
any objects that cannot be removed.
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Wear safety glasses, gloves, hearing
protection and other protective clothing when
required.
Machine Requirements And Capabilities
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The machine’s operator’s cab should be
equipped with a thermoplastic polycarbonate
or similar material front window, and similar
protection on the sides of the operator’s cab
before operating the equipment.
•
Use caution on slopes and near banks and
ditches to prevent overturn.
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