Meridian SEED EXPRESS 240 RT, Operator'S Manual

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4.
STOP
Stop engine, remove ignition key, and
wait for all moving parts to stop before
servicing, repairing, adjusting, loading,
filling,orunplugging.
5. Keep working area clean and
free of debris to prevent slipping
or tripping.
6. Do not allow riders on the trailer or
frame when transporting.
7. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing
away from rotating parts.
8. Donotplacehands,fingers,orarms
between moving parts.
9. Stay away from overhead power lines.
Electrocution can occur without direct
contact.
10. Install and secure all guards before
starting.
11. Use care when climbing on frame or
ladder to prevent slipping or falling.
12. Fasten frame securely to trailer before
transporting.
13. Alwaysemptycompartment2firsttoprevent
an unbalanced load. An unbalanced load can
cause the tender to upend.
14. Review safety related items annually
with all personnel who will be
operating, using, or maintaining the
seed delivery system.
2.7 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor
maintenance is an invitation for trouble.
2. Follow good shop practices.
3. Ensure proper ventilation. Never
operate the engine in a closed building.
The exhaust fumes may cause
asphyxiation.
4.
STOP
Before working on this machine, shut
off the engine and remove the ignition
keys.
5. Never work under equipment unless it
is securely blocked.
6.
Always use personal protection devices, such
as eye, hand, and hearing protectors, when
performing any service or maintenance.
7.
OEM
Where replacement parts are
necessary for periodic maintenance
and servicing, genuine factory
replacement parts must be used to
restore your equipment to the original
specifications.Themanufacturerwill
not be responsible for injuries or
damages caused by use of unapproved
parts and/or accessories.
8. Afireextinguisherandfirstaid
kit should be readily accessible
while performing maintenance
on this equipment.
9. Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts, and
screws and ensure all cotter pins are
properly installed to ensure the unit is
in safe condition.
10. When completing a maintenance or
service function, make sure all safety
shields and devices are installed before
placing the unit in service.
11. Turn OFF all electrical power and
tag-out or lock-out the power source
before performing any electrical test or
before connecting or disconnecting
valve coils or other electrical loads.
12. Never operate or test any function of
the equipment when people are in an
area of a potential crush hazard.
2.8 LOCK-OUT OR TAG-OUT SAFETY
1.
do not
operate
signed by
date
WARNING
Establish a formal Lock-Out or
Tag-Out program for your
operation.
2. Train all operators and service
personnel before allowing them to work
around the seed delivery system.
3.
do not
operate
signed by
date
WARNING
Provide tags on the machine and a
sign-up sheet to record tag-out details.