Husqvarna CRT 36-25, Operator'S Manual

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It is YOUR responsibility to read and understand this
safety manual and the manufacturer’s manual(s) before
operating this equipment. This safety manual takes you
step by step through the working day.
Graphics have been provided to help you understand
the text.
Hazard recognition and accident prevention depend
upon you being alert, careful, and properly trained in the
inspection, operation, transport, maintenance, and
storage of this equipment.
Remember that YOU are the key to safety. Good
safety practices not only protect you but also protect
the people around you. Study this manual and the
manufacturer’s operating manual(s) for the specific
machine. Make them a working part of your safety
program. Keep in mind that this safety manual is written
only for concrete power trowels.
After studying the manufacturer’s operating manual(s)
and this safety manual, please contact the equipment
manufacturer with any remaining questions.
Read and
understand all
safety signs –
replace damaged
signs
Practice all usual and customary safe working
precautions and remember:
Safe operation is up to you!
You can prevent death or serious injury caused by
unsafe work practices!
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A Word to the User/Operator
For Safe Operation
You must be a qualified and authorized operator for safe
operation of this trowel. You must clearly understand
the written instructions supplied by the manufacturer,
be trained—including actual operation—and know the
safety rules and regulations for the job site. It is a good
safety practice to point out and explain safety signs and
practices to others, and to make sure they understand
the importance of following these instructions.
WARNING! Death or serious injury could result from
operating machinery while impaired by drugs or alcohol.
Drugs and alcohol affect operator alertness,
coordination, and the ability to safely operate the
equipment.
Never operate the trowel while impaired
by use of alcohol or drugs. Never knowingly allow
anyone to operate the machine when their alertness
or coordination is impaired.
An operator taking prescriptions or over-the-counter
medication must consult a medical professional
regarding any side effects of the medication that would
hinder their ability to safely operate this equipment.
Be Alert!
Know where to get assistance. Keep emergency
numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital, and
fire department near your telephone. Know how to use a
first aid kit and fire extinguisher/fire suppression system;
know their location and practice getting to them. Ensure
they have been properly tested and maintained.
Let others know where you will be working, and what
time you will be returning. In case of an emergency, you
want others to know where to find you.
Be Aware!
Take advantage of training programs offered.
Know the proper response to a fire or chemical spill on
your trowel.
Never operate while
impaired by alcohol
or drugs
Follow a Safety Program
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