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Preparation
1. Inspect machine for shipping damage. If damage does
exist, do not use. Notify your dealer immediately to
have damaged parts replaced or repaired.
2. Inspect all fasteners that they are not lose or missing.
Ensure fasteners are torqued according to the torque
chart at the back of this manual
3. If traveling at night, ensure provincial, state and local
laws lighting requirements have been met.
4. Ensure that all applicable safety decals are installed
and legible.
5. Personal protection equipment (PPE) including hard
hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are
recommended during assembly, installation, operation,
adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, cleaning,
or moving the unit. Do not allow long hair, loose fitting
clothing or jewelry to be around equipment.
6. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY
CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS!
Gas diesel powered equipment can often be noisy
enough to cause permanent, partial hearing loss. We
recommend that you wear hearing protection on a full-
time basis. Noise over 85dB on a long-term basis can
cause severe hearing loss. Noise over 90db adjacent
to the Operator over a long-term basis may cause
permanent, total hearing loss.
7. When not attached to the power unit, ensure the unit
is secured to prevent movement.
Operation Safety
1. NEVER allow helpers or bystanders under or near the
machine.
2. Inspect all fastening devices, do not use if worn or
damaged.
3. Make sure that everyone is clear before moving
the machine. NEVER position yourself between the
towing unit and the machine.
4. Do not permit riders while transporting this machine.
5. Where possible, avoid operating near ditches,
embankments and holes.
6. Lifting heavy loads overhead while traveling may
decrease your power units stability. Loss of control
could lead to serious personal injury.
7. Check the power units owner manual to determine if a
counter weight is required.
8. Tractors should have a reliable ROPS (roll over
protection system) installed and always buckle the
seat belt.
9. Always be aware of overhead hazards such as power
lines, shed roof overhangs and tree branches.
Storage Safety
1. Store the unit in an area away from human activity.
2. Do not allow children to play on or around the stored
machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Cover if stored
outside.
4. Guard any sharp corners.
5. Ensure components and safety features are not
damaged and in good condition before storing the
machine. Make repairs now to be ready for the
following session.
6. Secure the machine to prevent unwanted movement.
Maintenance Safety
1. Good maintenance is your responsibility, follow the
maintenance schedule. Poor maintenance is an
invitation to trouble.
2. Follow good shop practices.
• Keep service area clean and dry.
• Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded.
• Use adequate light for the job at hand.
3. Never work under or around the machine unless it is
blocked and chocked securely.
4. Use personal protection equipment (PPE) such as
eye, hand and hearing protectors.
5. Never adjust, service, clean or lubricate the machine
until all power is shut off when attached to the power
unit.
6. Ensure hardware is torqued according to the torque
chart at the back of this manual.
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