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Section 2
INTRODUCTION
2.1
Your vacuum is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness
or operator error may result in serious bodily injury
or death. Hazard control and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence,
and proper training of the personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the
equipment. Make sure every operator is properly trained
and thoroughly familiar with all of the controls before
operating. The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people or property.
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO START YOUR YARD VACUUM.
A replacement manual is available from your authorized
Scag Giant-Vac Dealer or by contacting Scag Giant-Vac,
Service Department at P.O. Box 152, Mayville, WI 53050
or contact us via the Internet at www.giant-vac.com. The
manual for this machine can be downloaded by using
the model and serial number or use the contact form to
make your request. Please indicate the complete model
and serial number of your Scag Giant-Vac product when
requesting replacement manuals.
SIGNAL WORDS
2.2
This symbol means
“Attention! Become Alert! Your
Safety is Involved!"
The symbol is used with the following
signal words to attract your attention to safety messages
found on the decals on the machine and throughout this
manual. The message that follows the symbol contains
important information about safety. To avoid injury and
possible death, carefully read the message! Be sure to
fully understand the causes of possible injury or death.
SIGNAL WORD:
It is a distinctive word found on the safety decals on the
machine and throughout this manual that alerts the viewer
to the existence and relative degree of the hazard.
DANGER
The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely
hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that
could result in high probability of death or irreparable
injury if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
The signal word “WARNING” denotes that a hazard exists
on or near the machine that can result in injury or death if
proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
The signal word “CAUTION” is a reminder of safety
practices on or near the machine that could result in
personal injury if proper precautions are not taken.
Your safety and the safety of others depends significantly
upon your knowledge and understanding of all correct
operating practices and procedures of this machine.
BEFORE OPERATION
2.3
CONSIDERATIONS
Check the engine oil level and add oil as needed
1.
to bring the level up to the FULL mark. See engine
owner's manual for oil specifications.
NEVER allow children to operate this machine. Do
2.
not allow adults to operate this machine without
proper instructions.
Do not operate when children and/or others are
3.
present. Keep children out of the work area and in
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator. Be alert and turn machine off if a child
enters the area.
DO NOT allow children to ride or play on the
4.
machine, it is not a toy.
DO NOT operate the machine under the influence of
5.
alcohol or drugs.
SAFETY INFORMATION
