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Original instructions (ENGLISH)
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4
Usage Instruction
4.1
Operator Requirements
IMPORTANT:
Read, understand and follow the safety messages stated throughout this section and the
rest of this operator’s manual. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow the
warnings.
Safe operation of the Multicut machine is down to the responsibility of the qualified operator. A qualified operator
has thoroughly read and understood the machine and attaching tractor
operator’s manuals and is experienced in
the correct and safe operation of both machines and all associated safety guidance. In addition to the safety
information contained in this manual, warning and operational decals are fixed around the machine; see Section
2.5.2. The connecting tractor will also have them as well with information given in the tractor operat
or’s manual.
If any part of the operation safe use of the machine is not completely understood, consult a local Spearhead
dealer or Spearhead for complete explanation.
If the operator cannot read the manuals for themselves or does not
completely understand the operation of the equipment, it is the
responsibility of the supervisor to read and explain the manuals, safety
practices and operating instructions to the operator.
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
See Figure 4.1
•
Always wear safety glasses
•
Hard hat
•
Steel toe safety footwear
•
Gloves
•
Hearing protection
•
Close fitting clothing
•
Respiration or filter mask (depending on working conditions)
Figure 4.1 - PPE Items
DANGER!
Do not
use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the tractor and machine.
Drugs and alcohol will affect an
operator’s alertness and
concentration and ability to operate the collective machinery
safely.
Before operating the tractor and machine, a machine operator
on prescription or over-the-counter medication must consult a
medical professional regarding any side effects of the
medication that would hinder their ability to operate the
equipment safely.
Supervisors must
never
allow anyone to operate the collective
machinery when it is known that their alertness or coordination is
impaired. Serious injury or death could occur to the operator
and/or bystanders if the operator is under the influence of drugs
or alcohol.
Figure 4.2
– Do Not Use Drugs Or Alcohol
