MacDon DWA, Operation And Parts Manual

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SAFETY
• Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. Never
wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets.
• Keep all shields in place. NEVER alter or remove safety
equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate
independently of shaft and can telescope freely.
• Use only service and repair parts made or approved
by equipment manufacturer. Substituted parts may not
meet strength, design, or safety requirements.
Figure 1.5: Safety around Equipment
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving
parts. NEVER attempt to clear obstructions or objects
from a machine while engine is running.
• Do NOT modify machine. Non-authorized modifications
may impair machine function and/or safety. It may also
shorten machine’s life.
• To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup
of machine, ALWAYS stop engine and remove key from
ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
Figure 1.6: Safety around Equipment
• Keep service area clean and dry. Wet or oily floors are
slippery. Wet spots can be dangerous when working
with electrical equipment. Be sure all electrical outlets
and tools are properly grounded.
• Keep work area well lit.
• Keep machinery clean. Straw and chaff on a hot
engine is a fire hazard. Do NOT allow oil or grease to
accumulate on service platforms, ladders, or controls.
Clean machines before storage.
• NEVER use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material
for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic
and/or flammable.
• When storing machinery, cover sharp or extending
components to prevent injury from accidental contact.
Figure 1.7: Safety around Equipment
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