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Safety Definitions & Warnings
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Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline vapor is explosive. Never smoke while working on vehicle or spreader. Keep all
open flames away from gasoline tank and lines. Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately. Failure to comply will result in
death or serious injury.
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NEVER
operate the spreader gasoline engine without first CAREFULLY reading the Owner’s Manual. It is CRITICAL for
your safety to ALWAYS obey EVERY warning in the manual and follow EVERY instruction EXPLICITLY. Failure to comply will
result in death or serious injury.
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A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle and spreader. The most important thing you can do to
prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate mobile communication
equipment such as cell phones, two way radios, etc. Failure to comply will result in injury.
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Vehicle must conform to all local, state, and national regulations regarding the use of reflective markings and flashing
lights. Failure to comply will result in injury.
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Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personnel injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or
lit tobacco to come near the battery. When charging or working near a battery, always cover your face and protect your
eyes, and also provide ventilation. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes, and clothing. Failure to comply
will result in injury.
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Never transport spreader with spinner in the raised position. Failure to comply will result in property damage.
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Installation of a Meyer spreader may affect your new vehicle warranty. Before beginning spreader installation verify
mounting method is acceptable to your vehicle manufacturer. Failure to comply will result in property damage.
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Warranty does not apply to a Meyer spreader product which has been negligently or improperly assembled or installed.
Failure to comply will result in property damage.
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CAUTION:
To avoid harm to vehicles electrical system always disconnect battery before beginning installation. DO NOT
BURN holes or WELD vehicle frame. This may cause frame failure. Failure to comply will result in property damage.
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CAUTION:
To avoid harm to spreader electrical system always disconnect battery before beginning installation or service.
Do not operate spreader with a missing, discharged or dead battery. Failure to comply will result in property damage.
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The Meyer spreader electrical system contains several automotive style fuses. If a problem should occur and fuse
replacement is necessary, the replacement fuse must be of the same type and amperage as the original. Installing a fuse
with a higher rating can damage the system and could cause a fire. Failure to comply will result in property damage.
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Spreader is not designed to be chassis mounted. Do not support spreader by body jacks alone. Spreader must be
installed directly onto truck bed. Failure to comply will result in property damage.
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates an potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in property damage.
