Safety
General Safety
Important:
The addition of attachments made
by other manufacturers that do not meet ANSI
certification may cause noncompliance of this
machine.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet.
Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious
personal injury or death.
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Do not put your hands or feet near moving
components of the machine.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to people, or
damage to property.
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Any use of this machine other than aerating
turf grass could prove dangerous to you and
bystanders.
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Stop the machine, shut off the engine, and remove
the ignition key before servicing, fueling, or
unclogging the machine.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always
pay attention to the safety-alert symbol
, which
means Caution, Warning, or Danger—personal safety
instruction. Failure to comply with these instructions
may result in personal injury or death.
Safe Operating Practices
The following instructions are from ANSI B71.4-2017.
Training
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Read and understand the contents of this
Operator's Manual before starting the engine.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
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Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or
herself, other people, or damage to property.
Preparation
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Locate and mark underground hazards.
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Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Use only accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
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Wear appropriate clothing; including safety
glasses, long pants, substantial, slip-resistant
footwear, gloves, and hearing protection. Tie back
long hair. Do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
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Inspect the area where you will use the equipment
and remove all objects from the area before using
the machine.
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Check that the operator's presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate the machine unless they
are functioning properly.
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