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SAFETY INFORMATION
This machine has the potential to be extremely dangerous - in the wrong hands it can kill or
maim; it is therefore imperative that both owner and operator of the machine reads and
understands the following section to ensure they are fully aware of the dangers that do, or
may exist, and their responsibilities surrounding the use and operation of the machine. The
operator of this machine is responsible not only for their own safety but equally for the safety
of others who may come into the close proximity of the machine, as the owner you are
responsible for both.
All operators must be fully competent in the use of this machine and also the machine to
which it is attached and must read and understand the operation manuals for both machines
before attempting to attach or operate this equipment.
When the machine is not in use it should be lowered to rest on the ground. In the event of
any fault being detected with the machine’s operation it must be stopped immediately and
not used again until the fault has been corrected by a qualified technician.
POTENTIAL DANGERS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THIS MACHINE:
Being hit by debris thrown by rotating components.
Being hit by machine parts ejected through damage during use.
Being caught on a rotating power take-off (PTO) shaft.
Being caught in other moving parts i.e.: belts, pulleys and cutting heads.
Electrocution from Overhead Power Lines (by contact with or ‘flashover’ from).
Being hit by cutting heads or machine arms as they move.
Becoming trapped between tractor and machine when hitching or unhitching.
Tractor overbalancing when machine arm is extended.
Injection of high-pressure oil from hydraulic hoses or couplings.
Machine overbalancing when freestanding (out of use).
Road traffic accidents due to collision or debris on the road.