Takeuchi TB175W, Workshop Manual

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GENERAL
Provide a fire extinguisher and first aid
kit
• Know where a fire extinguisher and first aid kit
are located and understand how to use them.
• Know how to contact emergency assistance and
first aid help.
Attach a “DO NOT OPERATE” tag
Severe injury could result if an unauthorized person
should start the engine or touch controls during
inspection or maintenance.
• Stop the engine and remove the key before per-
forming maintenance.
• Attach a “DO NOT OPERATE” tag to the starter
switch or control lever.
Use the correct tools
Do not use damaged or weakened tools or tools de-
signed for other purposes. Use tools suited for the
operation at hand.
Replace important safety parts periodi-
cally
• Replace fuel hoses periodically. Fuel hoses be-
come weaker over time, even if they appear to be
in good shape.
• Replace important safety parts whenever an ir-
regularity is found, even if it is before the normal
time for replacement.
Anti-explosive lighting
Use anti-explosive electrical fixtures and lights
when inspecting fuel, oil, coolant, battery fluid, etc.
If lighting that is not anti-explosive should break,
the substance could ignite, resulting in serious injury
or death.
Do not allow unauthorized personnel in
the work area
Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the work
area. Chips or other debris can fly off machine parts
when grinding, welding or using a hammer.
Prepare the work area
• Select a firm, level work area. Make sure there is
adequate light and, if indoors, ventilation.
• Clear obstacles and dangerous objects. Eliminate
slippery areas.