Brush Hound FHX Series, Owner'S Manual

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Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in
personal injury or death.
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Before operating this machinery read the owner ’ s
manual thoroughly.
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Do NOT operate this machine without proper
training. It is the Owner
’ s responsibility to ensure
all Operators are properly trained in the
appropriate language.
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Power unit must be equipped with 1/2” LEXAN®
glass (or equal) and falling object protection.
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Use OSHA approved eye, ear and head protection
to protect the Operator from flying debris and
noise.
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Avoid wearing loose clothing as it can inadvertently
be drawn into moving parts.
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Never use drugs or alcohol before or during
operation of this machine.
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Only operate this machine when it is in good
working order on an appropriate power unit that is
in good working order, and with all guards and
safety devices in place and functioning.
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Be aware of the machine ’ s weight and its effect on
the stability of the power unit.
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Always inspect area to be worked to ensure that
the jobsite is free from obstacles and debris that
could injure the operator or damage the machine.
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Avoid running the machine along the ground in
rocky areas as this could create dangerous
discharge.
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Keep bystanders and children clear of the work
area during operation as debris can be discharged
in a dangerous manner. The minimum safe
distance from discharge is 100 ft.
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Under no circumstances should the blades of this
machine come into contact with the ground or
should the machine be curled in such a way that
the blades become visible to the operator.
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Avoid operation that would allow hydraulic lines to
be pinched or severed. In the event of a hydraulic
leak, hydraulic fluid may have sufficient force to
penetrate skin which requires immediate medical
attention.
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Be aware of the risks of equipment and grass fires.
To mitigate those risks:
- Do not smoke or have an open flame in the work
area.
- Do not operate in areas that have been freshly
burned or are still burning.
- Do not allow clippings/debris to collect near
hydraulic components or bearings.
- Avoid areas with high fire risk: dry grass, brush or
trees.
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Operation of this machine should be stopped
immediately if the Operator
’ s vision becomes
obscured by the discharge of debris and dust. Also
avoid operating this machine in unusually foggy or
dusty conditions or at night.
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Keep away from the machine until all the energy
has dissipated. This includes the complete stopping
of the drum
’ s rotation as well as the dissipation of
pressure in the hydraulic lines.
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In the event that a failure does occur during
operation or if the machine begins to produce
excessive noise or vibration, shut the machine
down immediately and repair before any continued
use.
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Never leave the machine unattended unless it is in
the storage or transport position.
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In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment,
hazard control and accident
prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern and prudence and requires suitable
training of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Safety
Operational Safety
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