MacDon M205 2012, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY
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Revision E
3.4 GENERAL SAFETY
CAUTION
The following are general farm safety
precautions that should be part of your
operating procedure for all types of machinery.
 Protect yourself.

When assembling, operating, and
servicing machinery, wear all the
protective clothing and personal safety
devices that COULD be necessary for the
job at hand. Don’t take chances.

You may need:
o
a hard hat
o
protective shoes with slip resistant
soles
o
protective glasses or goggles
o
heavy gloves
o
wet weather gear
o
respirator or filter mask
o
hearing protection. Be aware that
prolonged exposure to loud noise can
cause impairment or loss of hearing.
Wearing a suitable hearing protective
device such as ear muffs (A) or ear
plugs (B) protects against
objectionable or loud noises

Provide a first-aid kit for use in case of
emergencies.

Keep a fire extinguisher on the machine.
Be sure the extinguisher is properly
maintained and be familiar with its proper
use.

Keep young children away from machinery
at all times.

Be aware that accidents often happen
when the Operator is tired or in a hurry to
get finished. Take the time to consider the
safest way. Never ignore warning signs of
fatigue.

Wear close-fitting
clothing and cover
long hair. Never wear
dangling items such
as scarves or
bracelets.

Keep hands, feet,
clothing and hair
away from moving parts. Never attempt to
clear obstructions or objects from a
machine while the engine is running.

Keep all shields in place. Never alter or
remove safety equipment. Make sure
driveline guards can rotate independently
of the shaft and can telescope freely.

Use only service and repair parts made or
approved by the equipment manufacturer.
Substituted parts may not meet strength,
design, or safety requirements.
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A
B