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SAFETY
FX17/FX21 02/11 Safety Section 1-3
© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
Operator Safety Instructions and Practices
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit
chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
(SG-30)
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
(SG-31)
The rotating parts of this machine continue to rotate even after the PTO has been turned off.
The operator should remain in the operator’s seat for 60 seconds after the brake has been
set, the PTO disengaged, the tractor turned off, and all evidence of rotation has ceased.
(S3PT-10)
“Wait a minute...Save a life!”
Never crawl under a raised Implement supported solely by the Tractor 3-Point hitch.
Release of the control lever or mechanical failure will result in the Implement falling and
possible injury or death. Always securely block up the Implement before crawling
underneath to perform repairs and service.
(S3PT-19)
Never operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read and com-
pletely understand this Manual, the Tractor Operator’s Manual, and each
of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tractor and Imple-
ment. Learn how to stop the tractor engine suddenly in an emergency.
Never allow inexperienced or untrained personnel to operate the Tractor
or Implement without supervision. Make sure the operator has fully read
and understood the manuals prior to operation.
(SG-4)
The operator and all support personnel should wear hard hats, safety
shoes, safety glasses, and proper hearing protection at all times for
protection from injury including injury from items that may be thrown by
the equipment.
(SG-16)