5
LITTLE
WONDER
HPV VAC
SAFETY
SITE PREPARATION AND CIRCUMSTANCES
– Evaluate the terrain to determine how to safely
perform the job. Only use accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
– Be sure the area is clear of pets and people, espe-
cially young children. Never assume they will remain
where you last saw them. Stop the machine if any
enter the area.
MACHINE PREPARATION
Operator preparation and training
Read the Operation & Safety
Manual
– If an operator or mechanic cannot read English, it
is the owner's responsibility to explain this material
to them. If any portion of this material is unclear,
contact your factory representative for clarification.
– Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls and safety signs. Be
prepared to stop the engine quickly in an emergency.
Do not operate or allow another person to operate
this machine if there are any questions about safety.
– All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
– Wear appropriate clothing, including safety goggles
or safety glasses with side shields when operating.
Wear substantial footwear. Do not operate barefoot
or wearing open sandals. Long hair, loose clothing or
jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
– Wear appropriate hearing protection.
– Wear safety glasses.
- Avoid contact with and inhalation of harmful fluids,
gases, mists, fumes and dust.
_ Wear dust mask to avoid breathing dust.
– Never allow children, unskilled or improperly trained
people to operate this equipment. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator.
– Keep warning labels and this operator's manual leg-
ible and intact. Replacement labels and manuals are
available from the factory.
– Do not operate machine while under the influence
of drugs or alcohol, or any other condition of
impairment.
– The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people or property.
MULTIPLE OPERATORS
– Keep a safe distance between operators when work-
ing together.
MACHINE PREPARATION
– Do not tamper with or defeat safety devices. Keep
guards, shields and interlock safety devices in place
and in proper working condition. They are for your
protection.
– Keep all fasteners such as nuts, bolts and pins well
secured.
– Verify that machine and attachments, if any, are in
good operating condition.
