Part III: Operating the Trencher
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Fuel Safety
WARNING
A.
Refuel outdoors and where no sparks and flames.
B.
Store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
C.
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the trencher or while using the trencher.
D.
Clean up all fuel spills before starting engine.
E.
Move at least 10 feet away from fueling site before starting engine.
F.
Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
Digging Safety
WARNING
A.
Be sure that the area is clear of potential hazards, such as pipes, rocks or other materials
that could possibly entangle itself around the digging chain or cause unstable footing
before using the trencher.
B.
Keep others bystanders and helpers outside a 15 foot hazard zone from the trencher.
Hold the trencher handle firmly with both hands.
C.
Keep all your body and clothing away from the digging chain, auger and other moving
parts.
D.
Inspect the digging site. Soil, job specifications and operator experience may dictate that
a different trencher or method be used to do the job.
E.
Do not leave trenches open or unmarked.
