MAINTENANCE SAFETY
G
OOD
MAINTENANCE
IS
YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY
. P
OOR
MAINTENANCE
IS
AN
INVITATION
TO
TROUBLE
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Follow good shop practices:
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Keep service area clean and dry.
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Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.
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Use adequate light for the job at hand.
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the towing vehicle
in a closed building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
Before working on this machine, disengage the PTO, shut off the engine, set the brakes,
and remove the ignition keys.
Be certain all moving parts on attachments have come to a complete stop before
attempting to perform maintenance.
Never work under equipment unless it is securely blocked.
Always use personal protection devices such as eye, hand, and hearing protectors, when
performing any service or maintenance.
Frequently check tiller tines. They should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks and securely
fastened.
Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws and check that all cotter pins are properly
installed to ensure unit is in safe condition.
When completing a maintenance or service function, make sure all safety shields and
devices are installed before placing unit in service.
After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment are removed from tiller.
Do not allow debris, grease or oil to build up on any deck or platform.
Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic maintenance and servicing,
genuine factory replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to
original specifications.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for injuries or damages caused by use of
unapproved parts and/or accessories.
A fire extinguisher and the first aid kit should be kept readily accessible while performing
maintenance on this equipment.
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