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307306-C
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Please Give Part No., Description
& Unit Serial No.
NL450C
NEW LEADER
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1.
Before attempting
to operate this unit,
read and be sure
you
understand
the
operation
and maintenance
manual. Locate
all controls and
determine the use
of each. Know what
you are doing!
2.
When leaving the unit unattended for any reason,
be sure to:
a.
Take power take-off out of gear.
b.
Shut off conveyor and spinner drives.
c.
Shut off vehicle engine and unit engine (if so
equipped).
d. Place transmission of the vehicle in “neutral”
or “park”.
e.
Set parking brake firmly.
f.
Lock ignition and take keys with you.
g. Lock vehicle cab.
h. If on steep grade, block wheels.
These actions are recommended to avoid
unauthorized use, runaway, vandalism, theft and
unexpected operation during start-up.
3.
Do not read, eat, talk on a mobile phone or take
your attention away while operating the unit.
Operating is a full-time job.
4.
Stay out of the
spreader. If it’s
necessary to enter
the
spreader,
return to the shop,
empty body, turn
off all power, set
vehicle
brakes,
lock
engine
starting switch and
remove keys before
entering. Tag all controls to prohibit operation.
Tags should be placed, and later removed, only by
person working in the body.
5.
Guards and covers are provided to help avoid
injury. Stop all machinery before removing them.
Replace guards and covers before starting spreader
operation.
6.
Stay clear of any moving
members, such as
shafts, couplings and
universal joints. Make
adjustments in small
steps, shutting down
all motions for each
adjustment.
7.
Before starting unit, be
sure everyone is clear and out of the way.
8.
Do not climb on unit. Use the inspection ladder or
a portable ladder to view the unit. Be careful in
getting on and
off the ladder,
especially in
wet, icy, snowy
or
muddy
c o n d i t i o n s .
Clean
mud,
snow or ice
from steps and
footwear.
9.
Do not allow anyone
to ride on any part of
unit for any reason.
10.
Keep away from
spinners while they
are turning:
a.
Serious injury
can
occur
if
spinners
touch you.
b.
Rocks, scrap
metal or other
material can
be thrown off
the spinner
violently. Stay out of discharge area.
c.
Make sure discharge area is clear before
spreading.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
OPERATION SECTION
SAFETY
