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143295 - Speedblade (30-October-2019)
Wear Protective Equipment
Note:
Before working on machine, always turn
tractor off, set controls in neutral, and remove
ignition key.
• Wear proper safety equipment such
as safety glasses and shoes, hearing
protection, hard
hats, or any other
appropriate items
to prevent injury.
• Loss of hearing or hearing impairment may result
from prolonged exposure to loud noise. Wear
suitable hearing protective devices such as
earmuffs or earplugs to protect your hearing.
• Safely operating this equipment requires the full
attention of the operator. Do not wear radio or
music headphones, or talk on your phone while
operating this machine. Never operate while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs or allow
anyone under the influence to operate the tractor.
Doctor
Ambulance
Hospital
Fire Department
Prepare for Emergencies
• Keep a first aid kit and
fire extinguisher handy.
• Keep emergency numbers
for doctor, hospital, ambulance, and
fire department near your phone.
HYDRAULIC
• Keep all parts clean.
• Replace worn or damaged parts.
• Don’t try any makeshift repairs.
• Before operating check that everything is tight and
not broken.
• Wear gloves and eye protection when searching
for leaks. Use a piece of wood or cardboard but
not your hand. High pressure oil will penetrate
your skin. If that happens you risk serious injury.
BLADE
• Lower blade to the ground when not in use.
• Keep clear of blade when tractor is running.
• Keep hands & feet away from under blade.
• Turn engine off when hooking up hydraulics and
during mounting or dismounting.
TRANSPORTING
• Lift blade up then fold wings completely forward.
• Make sure reflectors are clean.
• Use your hazard lights.
GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the Operator's Manual
and all safety signs before using. Review safety
related items with all operators annually.
2. Lower blade to ground, stop engine, place all
controls in neutral, set park brake and remove
ignition key before servicing, adjusting or
repairing.
3. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from
all moving and/or rotating parts.
4. DO NOT allow riders on the machine or
Speedblade
®
during operation or transporting.
5. Clear the area of all bystanders, especially
children, before starting.
6. DO NOT operate machine on steep side hills or
slopes.
7. Be careful when working around or maintaining
a high-pressure hydraulic system. Ensure all
components are tight and in good repair before
starting.
8. Clean all reflectors and lights before
transporting on a highway or public road. Be
sure to check with local highway authorities and
comply with their lighting requirements.
9. Stay well back from machine when operating.
Keep others away.
10. Be aware of wing operation range and pinch-
point areas.
11. Be aware of slippery areas when entering/
exiting the skid steer.
Safety
