Cushman Spraytek DS175, Safety & Operation Manual

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SAFETY 1
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1 SAFETY
1.1 OPERATING SAFETY ______________________________________________________
1. Safety is dependent upon the awareness, concern
and prudence of those who operate or service the
equipment. Never allow minors to operate any
equipment.
2. It is your responsibility to read this manual and all
publications associated with this equipment (Parts &
Maintenance Manual, Engine Manual, accessories,
and attachments). If the operator cannot read English it
is the owner’s responsibility to explain the material
contained in this manual to them.
3. Learn the proper use of the machine, the location and
purpose of all the controls and gauges before you
operate the equipment. Working with unfamiliar
equipment can lead to accidents.
4. Never allow anyone to operate or service the machine
or its attachments without proper training and
instructions or while under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
5. Wear all the necessary protective clothing and
personal safety devices to protect your head, eyes,
ears, hands, and feet. Operate the machine only in
daylight or in good artificial light.
6. Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and
attachments are needed to properly and safely perform
the job. Only use accessories and attachments
approved by Jacobsen.
7. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden
hazards.
8. Inspect the area where the equipment will be used.
Pick up all the debris you can find before operating.
Beware of overhead obstructions (low tree limbs,
electrical wires, etc.) and also underground obstacles
(sprinklers, pipes, tree roots, etc.) Enter a new area
cautiously. Stay alert for hidden hazards.
9. Never allow anyone near the machine while in
operation. The owner/operator can prevent, and is
responsible for, injuries inflicted to themselves, to
bystanders, and damage to property.
10. Do not carry passengers. Keep bystanders and pets a
safe distance away.
11. Never operate equipment that is not in perfect working
order or is without decals, guards, shields, or other
protective devices securely fastened in place.
12. Never disconnect or bypass any switch.
13. Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
14. Carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can be fatal
when inhaled. Never operate the engine without proper
ventilation or in an enclosed area.
15. Fuel is highly flammable; handle with care.
16. Keep the engine clean. Allow the engine to cool before
storing and always remove the ignition key.
17. Place transmission in Neutral, depress clutch and
engage parking brake before starting the engine
(motor). Start the engine only when sitting in operator’s
seat never while standing beside the unit.
18. Equipment must comply with the latest federal, state,
and local requirements when driven or transported on
public roads. Watch out for traffic when crossing or
operating on or near roads.
19. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
20. Operate the machine up and down the face of the
slopes (vertically) not across the face (horizontally).
21. To prevent tipping or loss of control do not start or stop
suddenly on slopes. Reduce speed when making
sharp turns. Use caution when changing directions.
22. Always use the seat belt when operating vehicles
equipped with a Roll Over Protective Structure
(ROPS).
Never use a seat belt when operating vehicle
without a ROPS.
Accessory ROPS will continue to be offered for all
equipment currently covered. This allows for the
outfitting of any machines without previous ROPS
installations or replacement of damaged structures.
23. Keep legs, arms, and body inside the seating
compartment while the vehicle is in motion.
24. Always shift transmission to 1st Gear, engage parking
brake, and stop engine before leaving the vehicle.
25. Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area away
from spark and flames. Unplug charger before
connecting and disconnecting charger from battery.
Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.
26. Disconnect the battery cables before performing any
welding operations on this vehicle.
WARNING
EQUIPMENT OPERATED IMPROPERLY OR BY UNTRAINED PERSONNEL CAN BE DANGEROUS.
Familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls. Inexperienced operators should receive instruction
from someone familiar with the equipment before being allowed to operate the machine.
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