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SAFETY
Operating Precautions
Danger of flying objects
This machine is not equipped with protective
guards to protect the operator from flying
objects. Do not use the machine in places
where there are risks of the operator being
hit by flying objects.
Cautions on Towing
When towing, selecting the wrong wire rope,
inspecting improperly, or towing in the wrong
way could lead to accidents resulting in
serious injury or death.
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The wire rope breaking or coming
detached could be extremely dangerous.
Use a wire rope suited for the required
towing force.
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Do not use a wire rope that is kinked,
twisted or otherwise damaged.
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Do not apply strong loads abruptly to the
wire rope.
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Use safety gloves when handling the wire
rope.
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Make sure there is an operator on the
machine being towed as well as on the
machine that is towing.
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Never tow on slopes.
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Do not let anyone near the wire rope while
towing.
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