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Safety - RP2, RP4, RP5 Wheel Rake
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Equipment Safety
• Be aware of hooking or entanglement. With the
rotating of the raked wheels, the teeth may hook
on to clothes or other objects worn by personnel in
charge;
• Be aware of launch of objects. With the rotating of the
rake wheels, objects may be launched by the teeth.
• Fasten seat belt securely. If equipped with a folding
Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS), only fasten
seat belt when ROPS is up and locked. DO NOT wear
seat belt if ROPS is down.
• Stop the machine and engage the parking brake.
Install blocks in front of and behind the rear tires of
the machine. Install blocks underneath and support
the equipment securely before working under raised
equipment.
• Keep bystanders clear of moving parts and the work
area. Keep children away.
• Use increased caution on slopes and near banks and
ditches to prevent overturn.
• Make certain that the Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
emblem is installed so that it is visible and legible.
When transporting the equipment, use the flashing
warning lights (if equipped) and follow all local
regulations.
• Before leaving the operator’s position:
1. Always park on a flat level surface
2. Place all controls in neutral
3. Engage the parking brake
4. Stop engine
5. Wait for all moving parts to stop
• Carry passengers only in designated seating areas.
Never allow riders on the machine or equipment.
Falling off can result in serious injury or death.
• Start the equipment only when properly seated in
the operator’s seat. Starting a machine in gear can
result in serious injury or death.
• Operate the machine and equipment from the
operator’s position only.
• The parking brake must be engaged before leaving
the operator’s seat. Roll away can occur because the
transmission may not prevent machine movement.
Safety Rules
• Read and follow instructions in this manual and the
tractor’s Operators Manual before operating.
• This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation. Under no
circumstances should young children be allowed to
work with this equipment.
• Check for overhead and / or underground lines before
operating equipment (if applicable).
• In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved
in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage
of equipment.
• Check that the equipment is securely fastened to the
tractor / towing vehicle.
• Make sure all the machine controls are in the
NEUTRAL position before starting the machine.
• Operate the equipment only from the operator’s
position.
• Operate the equipment according to the Operator
And Parts Manual.
• When learning to operate the equipment, do so at a
slow rate in an area clear of bystanders, especially
small children.
• DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work area
when operating the equipment.
• The equipment must be used ONLY on approved
tractors / transport vehicles.
• DO NOT modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the function
and / or safety and could affect the life of the
equipment.
• Stop tractor engine, place all controls in neutral,
set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting,
repairing, unplugging or filling.
• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the
equipment while the machine is running.
• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if damaged.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all
moving parts.