Field Tuff FTF-CBP3PT, Owner'S Manual

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WORK AREA
• Keep work area clean, free of clutter and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas can cause
accidents.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating the planter. Distractions can cause you to lose
control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area. control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area.
• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes and other mechanical hazards in your
work area, particularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from the operator ’ s view that may
be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm or property damage.
• Be alert of your surroundings. Using the planter in confined work areas may put you dangerously
close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when using the planter. Do not use the
planter while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Use safety apparel and equipment. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields which
comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use as dust mask in dusty
work conditions. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, o co d t o s s app es to a pe so s t e o a ea so use o s d sa ety s oes, a d at,
gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate.
PLANTER USE AND CARE
• Do not modify the planter in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety and could affect the life of the equipment. There are specific applications for which the planter
was designed.
• Always check for damaged or worn out parts before using the planter. Broken parts will affect the
planter operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
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Do not exceed the planter load capacity.
• Distribute the load evenly. Uneven loads may cause the planter to tip, resulting in personal injury to
the operator or others.
• Use the planter on flat and level surfaces capable of supporting the planter and its maximum load.
Pulling or pushing a load on a slanted or uneven surface can result in loss of control.
• Storing the planter. When planter is not in use, store it in a secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect it for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use. p g g p g
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