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Protecting Yourself and Those Around You
This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating with high energy at high speeds. Use proper clothing and safety
gear when operating this machine to prevent or minimize the risk of severe injury. You must operate the machine safely. Unsafe
operation can create a number of hazards for you. Always take the following precautions when operating this machine:
Dress properly when using your DR
®
PRO XL-DRT
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Wear long, heavy pants, work boots, and work gloves.
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Do not wear loose clothing, short pants, or jewelry of any kind.
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Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
If you have safety shoes, we recommend wearing them.
Do not use the machine while barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Protect eyes, face, and head from objects that may be thrown from the unit.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating.
Use ear protectors or ear plugs rated for at least 20 dba to protect your hearing.
Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the DR
®
PRO XL-DRT. Allow only responsible
individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation to use your machine.
Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your body near or under any moving part while the machine is running.
To be safe, do not operate the machine near small children or pets, and never allow children to operate the DR
®
PRO XL-DRT.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication that could affect your ability to
use it properly.
The muffler and engine become very hot and can cause a severe burn; do not touch.
Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the DR
®
PRO XL-DRT. This
includes all shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and will void your warranty.
Safety with Children and Pets
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children and pets. Children are often attracted to the
machine activity. Never
assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
Be alert and always turn off the DR
®
PRO XL-DRT engine if children or pets enter the work area.
Before, and while moving backwards, look behind, and down for small children and pets.
Never allow children to operate the DR
®
PRO XL-DRT.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision.
