Bush Hog HDTH5, Operator'S Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES
A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to
the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings,
and observing certain precautions. The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if
followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death. Read and understand these
Safety Messages before assembling, operating or servicing this Implement. This equipment should only be
operated by those persons who have read the manual, who are responsible and trained, and who know how
to do so responsibly.
The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, as seen below, is used throughout this
manual and on decals which are attached to the equipment. The Safety Alert Symbol means:
“ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” The Symbol and Signal Word
are intended to warn the owner/operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury
faced when operating this equipment.
Practice all usual and customary safe working precautions and above all---remember safety is up to YOU.
Only YOU can prevent death or serious injury from unsafe practices.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH OR VERY
SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH OR
SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, MAY result in MINOR OR
MODERATE INJURY.
Identifies special instructions or procedures that, if not strictly observed, could result
in damage to, or destruction of the machine, attachments or the environment.
Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related (e.g. messages
relating to property damage).
NOTE : Identifies points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient operation or repair.
READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages.
Death or serious injury may occur unless care is taken to follow the
warnings and instructions stated in this Manual and in the Safety
Messages on the implement. Always follow the instruction in this manual
and use good common sense to avoid hazards.
Pictographs are used throughout this manual to help bring your visual
attention to safety issues.
NOTE: If you want a translation of this safety section in one of the following Languages, please contact:
Translations at 1502 E. Walnut Street Seguin, TX 78155; Fax: (830) 372-9529; Safety Section Translations
are available in Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Russian.
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